
Global crowdfunding platform Kickstarter and Google have jointly launched the "Next Wave Fund", a new program designed to power the next generation of tech innovators.
This accelerator-style initiative provides early-stage tech startups with the funding, education, and mentorship they need to bring their ideas to market.
What Is the Next Wave Fund?
The Next Wave Fund offers three core benefits to early-stage founders building innovative tech products:
① $10,000 Pledge
When a selected team launches their Kickstarter campaign, $10,000 is immediately pledged toward their funding goal — providing critical momentum right from the start.
② 1-on-1 Campaign Coaching from Kickstarter's Expert Team
Kickstarter's Design & Technology team will guide recipients through every step: campaign strategy, product positioning, launch execution, and community engagement.
③ Free Access to Grow with Google Training
Recipients receive no-cost access to business growth training designed and taught by Google, plus an opportunity to apply to Google Accelerators programs as their business grows.
Eligibility
- Startups building innovative products in hardware, software, gaming, or connected technology
- Early-stage teams with fewer than 20 full-time employees
- The project representative must be 18 or older and a U.S. citizen, resident, or O-1 visa holder
- Both the organization and Kickstarter-linked bank account must be located in the United States
- Applications: Open now on a rolling basis

Setoworks Is Here to Help, Full-Service Global Crowdfunding Support
Setoworks is an officially certified 'Kickstarter Experts' partner — recognized by Kickstarter itself for proven performance in project strategy, global backer acquisition, and storytelling, from start to finish.
What is Kickstarter Experts? It's Kickstarter's official partner designation, awarded only to agencies that have demonstrated deep expertise and verified results across the full crowdfunding process — from project strategy and global backer acquisition to storytelling.
Setoworks is also the exclusive Korean partner of Taiwan's Zeczec and an official partner of Japan's Makuake — the only Korean company recognized by all major global crowdfunding platforms.
Don't treat crowdfunding as just a one-time experiment. Use it as the launchpad for your global market entry — with Setoworks delivering an unbeatable competitive edge through world-class strategy and execution.
Total Project Performance US$ 40M +
Successful Global Projects 1,400건 +
Global Customers 550,000 +
Including funding amounts and subsidiary performance
The only Korean company directly operating subsidiaries in the U.S., Japan, and Taiwan — Setoworks provides a global one-stop full service: from company establishment and certifications to content production, marketing, customer support, logistics, and forwarding.
Ready to map out your global expansion roadmap with expert guidance? Connect with a Setoworks consultant anytime — 1:1 consultations are always available :)
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Global crowdfunding platform Kickstarter and Google have jointly launched the "Next Wave Fund", a new program designed to power the next generation of tech innovators.
This accelerator-style initiative provides early-stage tech startups with the funding, education, and mentorship they need to bring their ideas to market.
What Is the Next Wave Fund?
The Next Wave Fund offers three core benefits to early-stage founders building innovative tech products:
① $10,000 Pledge
When a selected team launches their Kickstarter campaign, $10,000 is immediately pledged toward their funding goal — providing critical momentum right from the start.
② 1-on-1 Campaign Coaching from Kickstarter's Expert Team
Kickstarter's Design & Technology team will guide recipients through every step: campaign strategy, product positioning, launch execution, and community engagement.
③ Free Access to Grow with Google Training
Recipients receive no-cost access to business growth training designed and taught by Google, plus an opportunity to apply to Google Accelerators programs as their business grows.
Eligibility
Setoworks Is Here to Help, Full-Service Global Crowdfunding Support
Setoworks is an officially certified 'Kickstarter Experts' partner — recognized by Kickstarter itself for proven performance in project strategy, global backer acquisition, and storytelling, from start to finish.
What is Kickstarter Experts? It's Kickstarter's official partner designation, awarded only to agencies that have demonstrated deep expertise and verified results across the full crowdfunding process — from project strategy and global backer acquisition to storytelling.
Setoworks is also the exclusive Korean partner of Taiwan's Zeczec and an official partner of Japan's Makuake — the only Korean company recognized by all major global crowdfunding platforms.
Don't treat crowdfunding as just a one-time experiment. Use it as the launchpad for your global market entry — with Setoworks delivering an unbeatable competitive edge through world-class strategy and execution.
The only Korean company directly operating subsidiaries in the U.S., Japan, and Taiwan — Setoworks provides a global one-stop full service: from company establishment and certifications to content production, marketing, customer support, logistics, and forwarding.
Ready to map out your global expansion roadmap with expert guidance? Connect with a Setoworks consultant anytime — 1:1 consultations are always available :)
Want to learn more about global crowdfunding?
▶️ Apply for a Free 1:1 Consultation