Cohort for startup companies in Orange County
Apply now to join the EvoNexus Startup Technology Incubator.
IMPORTANT: This is a deadline for application only, not a live event. Mark your calendars to submit, not to attend!
Application deadline: February 28, 2026
Their 2-year program combined with their individualized milestone-based structure and 1-on-1 mentoring fosters a path from post-ideation to minimum viable product and long-term sustainability. Over 85% of EvoNexus portfolio companies have secured venture funding from over 500+ VCs and independent investors.
Benefits of Incubation
Mentorship from world class domain experts and a wide spanning strategic and corporate network
Ability to work alongside like minded individuals and meet integral partners within the EvoNexus co-working office
Recognition of the EvoNexus brand
Access to capital, 400+ investors, and exclusive corporate partners
Up to two years of rent-free residency in incubation
Only 1% common equity, granted to the non-profit
Requirements for Startup Applicants
Post idea-stage
Solving a big problem in a large market with a unique solution
Innovative technology and/or product or service with a clear competitive advantage
At least 2 full-time employees, with domain and/or startup experience
Typically Pre-Seed to Pre-Series A legally incorporated company with at least 6-month runway
Their program helps companies:
Build their teams
Develop their minimum viable product
Refine their market
Secure venture capital
Collaborate with strategic customers
Graduate with the tools and support needed to survive in the wild
About EvoNexus
EvoNexus is California’s leading nonprofit technology startup incubator located in San Diego. EvoNexus has successfully incubated over 260 startups with a survival rate of over 85%. Since the incubator’s formation in 2010, EvoNexus companies have secured over $1.6B in venture funding, $8B in pre-exit valuation, and had over 40 acquisitions valued at over $2.1B. EvoNexus is supported by corporate partners, including some of the largest multinational corporations in the world.
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Thanks to EvoNexus for offering this local startup technology incubation program!