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Refer Founders

Thank you for being part of the Founder Institute community. Your referrals help us find exceptional founders for the next generation of great companies.

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Step 1

Refer

Send a personal invitation below, or share your tracked link anywhere.

Step 2

Track

Watch each referral move from application to enrollment in your tracker.

Step 3

Priority

Referred founders skip the line with prioritized admissions review.

Step 4

Points

Earn points as they apply, enroll, and graduate. Climb to FI Ambassador.

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Silicon Valley Fall 2026

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Silicon Valley Fall 2026 • Starts: Oct 21, 2026

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Referral Rewards

FI Ambassador

75+ points

VIP invitations to FI events, a featured profile on the FI site, and a direct line to the admissions team.

FI Advocate

25+ points

Recognition in the FI newsletter and early access to new FI programs in your region.

Community Member

0+ points

Prioritized admissions review for everyone you refer, plus your tracked referral link below.

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