Google for Startups Cloud Program - AI-first additional credits
Google Cloud·United States
An additional $150,000 in Google Cloud credits on top of Scale tier for AI-first qualified, venture-backed startups, which is what makes the headline "up to $350,000" true.
What you get
“$150,000 in additional credits for AI-first qualified startups”
Can you apply
Additionally, AI-first scale startups are eligible for additional credits and specialized resources for their unique business needs. Qualifying venture backed startups can tap into an additional $150,000 USD with the AI startup program to support product development using the Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform.
When
Always open, applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
What Google Cloud funds
The Google for Startups Cloud Program hands out Google Cloud credits in two clearly separated tiers: a small pre-funded tier for MVP builders and a large tier reserved for startups with institutional equity funding, with an extra credit pool for AI-first companies.
Everything Google Cloud funds →Details
Qualifying venture backed startups can tap into an additional $150,000 USD with the AI startup program to support product development using the Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform. Program credits cover Google's models like Gemini and Gemma; third-party models are billed directly and are not covered.