# Startup Grants Program for Voice AI

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

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## 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.

## Who Should Apply?

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

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We prioritize teams that are:

- From leading accelerators
- Early-stage venture-backed companies
- Exceptional bootstrapped founders

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

## THE PROCESS

## How the Program Works

### STEP 1

**Apply**

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

### STEP 2

**Review**

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

### STEP 3

**Get Approved**

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

**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.

## Build the Future of Voice

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

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