Startup Grants Program for Voice AI

If you're building the next generation of conversational interfaces, we want to support you

Removing Barriers for Voice Builders

The smallest.ai Startup Grants Program removes infrastructure and cost barriers so founders can focus on building voice products users love

Total of $500K Worth of Credits

Selected startups get $10,000 in credits to build with Lightning TTS, Pulse STT, and our Voice Agent Platform for up to 6 months.

Startup Infrastructure

Grant recipients receive scale-tier API access, high concurrency limits (up to 100 simultaneous connections), and early model access.

Distribution & Ecosystem

Selected startups get featured in “Built With” showcase, co-marketing, partner intros, and founder community access.

We are looking for startups where voice is a core product capability, not a secondary feature.

We prioritize teams that are:

Startups should have 20 or fewer employees and be open to teams worldwide.

Apply

Submit a short application describing your product and how you plan to use voice AI.

Review

Our team reviews applications based on product vision, team strength, and voice AI use case.

Get Approved

Selected startups receive grant credits, developer onboarding support & access to smallest.ai community.

What are the supported geographies for the program?

The program is open to startups globally, with no geographic restrictions on participation.

What if we exceed our credits within a period of 6 months?

If you exceed your grant credits, you can continue using smallest.ai by purchasing additional credits under the Pay as you go plan.

What happens after a period of 6 months?

Startups can transition to a paid plan post a period of 6 months (either Pay as you go or Custom Pricing).

Can we apply if we are not backed by an accelerator?

Yes, absolutely. We welcome strong teams from all backgrounds, including bootstrapped companies.

Apply for the smallest.ai Startup Grants and start building today