Startup Grants
Program for Voice AI

If you're building the next generation of conversational interfaces, we want to support you

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Who Should Apply?

We are looking for startups where voice is a core product capability, not a secondary feature.

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We prioritize teams that are:

Backed by Y Combinator

From leading accelerators (Techstars, Antler, etc.)

Early-stage venture-backed companies

Exceptional bootstrapped founders

Startups should have 20 or fewer

employees and open to teams worldwide

THE PROCESS

How the Program Works

STEP 1

Apply

Submit a short application describing your product and howyou plan to use voice AI.

STEP 2

Review

Our team reviews applications based on product vision, team strength, and voice AI use case.

STEP 3

Get Approved

Selected startups receive grant credits, developer onboarding support & access to smallest community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can non-US startups apply?

Yes. The program is open globally.

What if we exceed our credits within a period of 6 months?

If you exceed your grant credits, you can continue using smallest.ai by purchasing additional credits under the pay as you go plan.

What happens after a period of 6 months?

Startups can transition to a paid plan post a period of 6 months (either Pay as you go or Custom Pricing).

Can we apply if we are not YC backed?

Yes. YC-backed startups receive priority but strong teams from other accelerators or bootstrapped companies are welcome.

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