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Funding Lab Q3 2026

At the Founder Institute, you won't "learn" how to build a business. Rather, you will build your business alongside top startup experts using a proven, structured process that has helped some of the world's fastest growing companies raise over 2BN. 

Our core program includes a series of challenging growth sprints, in addition to Weekly Feedback Sessions where you will receive constant feedback on your progress from experienced Mentors and Investors. 

See the schedule for the Funding Lab Q3 2026 program below.

The Final Application Deadline for the Funding Lab Q3 2026 program is Aug 16, 2026, and you can apply to the program at FI.co/join.

Week 1 - Introduction to Fundraising

Date: Aug 27, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 2 - Fundraising Setup

Date: Sep 03, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

FI Venture Network VIP Mixer, with Investors, FI Leaders and Funding Lab Alumni

Date: Sep 07, 2026
Starts at: 10:00 am (America/Chicago)

https://www.airmeet.com/e/410f0380-effe-11f0-a182-a7ccb62b8e30

The FI HQ Portfolio Success is hosting a special Q1 VIP networking event for FI VN Investors, Venture Advisors, and Global Leaders of the Founder Institute to meet the newest Funding Lab cohort founders who are actively raising capital. 


Attendees will have the opportunity to network with other VIPs through structured speed networking, as well as by joining various virtual tables organized around topics and industry sectors. Chat with fellow investors, entrepreneurs, and experienced startup ecosystem leaders from your region and around the world - the Airmeet platform makes it easy to connect virtually and join the discussions you like. Come prepared to be on camera - this is a face-to-face interactive online event, not a webinar!

Week 3 - Fundraising Advisor

Date: Sep 10, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 4 - Investor Network Building

Date: Sep 17, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 5 - Outreach and Initial Pitching

Date: Sep 24, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 6 - Campaign Refinement

Date: Oct 01, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 7 - Fundraising Readiness Review

Date: Oct 08, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 8 - Pitching, Negotiating, and Closing

Date: Oct 15, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 9 - Advanced Pitching

Date: Oct 22, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)

Week 10 - Term Sheets, Closing, and Follow Up

Date: Oct 29, 2026
Starts at: 11:00 am (America/Chicago)