ELIGIBILITY:

The Alma Ascent is bringing together Silicon Valley’s top early-stage VCs to judge and discover the next generation of immigrant-led startups.

10 teams will be selected to pitch live and in person in Palo Alto.

 Early-stage startups that have raised less than $2M in total funding
Teams from anywhere in the world are welcome—as long as you can be in the Bay Area on November 20th for the final pitch
At least one founder must be an immigrant (born outside the U.S.)

Final Pitch Event: November 20, 2025
‍Location: Alma HQ, Palo Alto, CA

Application Deadline: November 6, 2025 (11:59 PM PST)

BENEFIT:

Prizes:

$60,000—First Place
$40,000—Second Place