Giants is a free online program run by Blackbird twice a year, with eight week cohorts it is specifically for aspiring, early-stage founders. All you need are the beginnings of an idea that you’re hoping to explore and validate. Book mentoring sessions to receive personalised advice and join live content sessions based on the stage […]
An event for aspiring founders from research/technical backgrounds, early teams, solo builders, students who ship, and founders planning a raise in the next 12 months. Blackbird are hosting VC learning sessions in cities across Australia and New Zealand covering how venture works in 2026 for deep tech companies, how to raise well, and how Foundry helps […]
Foundry is Blackbird’s launchpad for ambitious researchers who want to test a science-led startup idea and level up fast. Program cost: Free. Time commitment: 8 weeks, minimum 4 hour weekly commitment. Cohort size: 10 teams per cohort. Location: Hybrid (online + in-person sessions in Australia). Funding: $1k non-dilutive per team. We take no equity. Prize […]
