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AcceleratorEquity-free

Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund

Remote

A not-for-profit fund launched 2015 by Alibaba to empower young Hong Kong entrepreneurs.

Why this could be a strong fit

A strong fit for idea to seed-stage General or Youth entrepreneurship founders building out of Hong Kong (region-wide) who want equity-free support and local ecosystem access.

What you need to qualify

  • An early-stage startup aligned with Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund's focus (General, Youth entrepreneurship)
  • A committed founding team able to participate for the full program duration
  • Willingness to participate in person or remotely, per the program format
  • No equity is required to join. Selection is merit-based

How to apply

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    Confirm your startup fits Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund's stage and focus criteria on the official site.

  2. 2

    Submit an application

    Apply via Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund's official application channel on its website.

  3. 3

    Screening & interviews

    Shortlisted teams are typically invited to interviews or pitch sessions with the program team.

  4. 4

    Join remotely

    Accepted teams participate in the program online or in a hybrid format.

Frequently asked

No, this program is equity-free.

Up to $1000M, though the exact figure can vary by cohort or track. (verify current amount)

It's operated by Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund, based in Hong Kong (region-wide), Hong Kong.
GeneralYouth entrepreneurship

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Do I qualify?

1 thing decides this one. Check yourself against them before you spend time on the form.

Stage
Idea, Pre-seed
Where it runs
Remote, so your country is not a blocker (based in Hong Kong)
What you give up
No equity stated
Deadline
Rolling, no published deadline

That is the rulebook. What we cannot show you here is whether your startup clears it, how this ranks against the other programs you qualify for, and what to fix if you do not.

Check what I qualify for

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