Program · Accelerator
Latitud Fellowship
Latitud Fellowship is Latitud's accelerator offering funding and mentorship for early-stage Latin American startups.
- Application state
- Accepting
Overview
What Latitud Fellowship offers
What Latitud Fellowship is
The Latitud Fellowship is a flagship pre-seed acceleration program operated by Latitud, a leading venture capital firm focused on early-stage Latin American startups. The program combines direct funding with mentorship, community access, and investor introductions to help founders bring their ideas to market and attract subsequent venture capital investment. Over 13 editions, participants have raised over $1 billion from venture capital investors, showcasing the program's effectiveness in supporting startup growth.
Operational profile
Program status and context
Program status describes the program itself. Application availability and deadlines remain separate.
- Operational status
- Active
- Program type
- Accelerator
- Host organization
- Latitud
- Last reviewed
- March 16, 2026
What Accelerator means
An accelerator is a structured, short-term program designed to speed up a startup's progress toward product-market fit, traction, fundraising, or scale.
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Published program terms
- Investment
- $250,000
- Stipend
- $25,000
- Price
- Free
- Compensation
- Micro Fund
Compensation and economics
Each selected founder receives $25,000 USD to support their startup's development during the fellowship.
Focus and fit
Who the program is for
Program thesis
Latitud Fellowship focuses on empowering founders in Latin America, particularly those building in sectors like AI, fintech, and software innovation. The program aims to support underserved ecosystems by providing substantial funding and mentorship, helping startups achieve product-market fit and secure further investment.
Eligibility
Pre-seed stage founders (idea to MVP stage) and early-stage teams (1-3 founders) are eligible to apply. A Latin American focus is preferred but not required.
Selection approach
Applications typically open in November/December for the following year's cohorts. Founders at the pre-seed stage (idea to MVP) are encouraged to apply.
- Stages
- Pre-seed
- Regions
- Latin America
Format and cadence
How participation works
- Presence
- Remote
- Main location
- Latin America
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Cohort size
- 10
- Cohorts per year
- 2
- Engagement
- Full Time
Delivery model
The program operates remotely, allowing founders from various locations to participate.
Participation expectations
Participants are expected to commit full-time to the program for its duration.
Availability and engagement
Application timing and route
- Application state
- Accepting
- Admissions
- Open
Published timeline
The program lasts 8 weeks, divided into two phases: validation and MVP building in the first four weeks, followed by fundraising preparation in the last four weeks.
Application considerations
Applicants should focus on demonstrating their startup's potential and readiness for mentorship and funding. Clear articulation of their vision and market understanding is crucial.
Value and support
What participation may provide
Publicly described support is context, not a guarantee of current delivery or future benefit.
What participants may receive
Participants gain access to funding, intensive mentorship, community support, and introductions to potential investors, enhancing their chances of successful fundraising.
Outcomes and track record
What the public record shows
Historical activity and reported outcomes provide context, not a guarantee of future results.
Reported outcomes
Notable alumni include Alinea Health, BHub, Finkargo, and Pomelo, all of which have successfully raised significant venture capital post-program.
Common questions
Program details at a glance
Latitud Fellowship is published in Upseed as a accelerator program hosted by Latitud. Upseed treats the Program and its host Organization as separate records so each can have its own status and sources.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 16, 2026
Known limits
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