Up to $1,000
Runware Startup Program - Starter
- Bootstrapped or pre-seed with a working product
Runware Startup Credits: 3 Programs Explained
AI startups up to Series A get up to $1K free credits or $10K-$30K bonus credits on deposits.
Last verified October 29, 2026
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Available programs
AI startups up to Series A get up to $1K free credits or $10K-$30K bonus credits on deposits.
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Best for
Generative media apps (image, video)Pre-Series A AI MVPsTeams cutting inference costs
Do you qualify for Runware?
You likely qualify if
- Real product or credible MVP users can try
- Earlier than Series A (bootstrapped welcome)
- Plan to build or launch on Runware within six months
- Apply with a business email tied to your company
You won't qualify if
- Only an idea, no product or MVP
- Raised Series A or later
- No concrete plan to use Runware's inference API
Common rejection reasons
- No demo, MVP or traction
- Personal email instead of business email
- No clear plan for the API within six months
How to apply for Runware
- Confirm: MVP, pre-Series A, Runware use planned within six months
- Gather company, website, funding, product, traction and planned API use
- Submit the Runware Grant Program form with a business email
- Decision within two weeks; credits valid 12 months
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Runware often pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Runware give startups?
Up to $1,000 in free API credits, no deposit; Deposit $25,000, get $10,000 bonus credits; Deposit $50,000, get $30,000 b. AI startups up to Series A get up to $1K free credits or $10K-$30K bonus credits on deposits.
Does Runware take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Runware?
Real product or credible MVP users can try. Earlier than Series A (bootstrapped welcome). Plan to build or launch on Runware within six months.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for the main program.
How do I apply for Runware?
1) Confirm: MVP, pre-Series A, Runware use planned within six months 2) Gather company, website, funding, product, traction and planned API use 3) Submit the Runware Grant Program form with a business email 4) Decision within two weeks; credits valid 12 months
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