Applications are currently being accepted for the Mozilla Foundation Incubator Democrazy x AI Cohort 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Mozilla Foundation Incubator Democrazy x AI Cohort
This is a Build Cohort. The focus is on developing your concept, improving product quality, clarifying user needs, building a foundation for sustainable growth, and connecting with potential supporters.
Benefits of Mozilla Foundation Incubator Democrazy x AI Cohort
They anticipate funding 10 projects at $50,000 each for 12 months of intensive support.
In addition to project funding, you'll receive the following supports:
- Monthly cohort calls with peers facing similar challenges.
- Expert mentorship from advisors who've navigated the problems you're facing—from AI accountability to sustainable business models to early-stage funding.
- Skills workshops tailored to what your cohort needs most (past topics: funding landscape navigation, impact measurement, pitch development).
- Network access to Mozilla's global ecosystem of technologists, activists, and funders.
- Regular 1:1 check-ins with Mozilla staff to discuss milestones, obstacles, and support needs.
Mozilla Foundation Incubator Democrazy x AI Cohort Requirements
You should apply if you have:
- A working technology that people can actually use — not just an idea or wireframe. You've built something functional, even if it's at a very early stage, and you’re ready for what comes next.
- A committed team who can execute over 12 months. If you are selected for this grant, you should be able to hit the ground running without having to do any significant hiring.
- A commitment to openness that will expand the impact of your work. At least some of your code is open source (e.g., you use an open core model, your codebase is closed but you publish open datasets, etc.) or you have a clear roadmap for open sourcing at least part of your codebase and will commit to doing so during the grant period. You'll share learnings publicly, make datasets available where appropriate, and document your process for others to learn from. You believe transparency and community stewardship will make your project stronger. If you’re new to working open, we’ll provide you with the resources and experts to help you navigate things like licensing and creating on-ramps for participation to outside contributors.
You must also:
- Be legally able to receive funds from Mozilla Foundation, a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Please carefully review Mozilla Foundation’s grant eligibility guidelines before submitting an application.
- Submit applications in English. Translation tools are welcome. We evaluate your ideas, not your language quality.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
16 March, 2026
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