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Surplus

AI safetyPre-raiseFiscally sponsoredRemoteEA Forum

Brief

Surplus is a 3-month software incubator for startups focused on creating massive public good in the age of transformative AI, organized by Manifund and Mox. Located in SF starting late July, it offers $100k SAFE funding at a $2m post-money cap, mentorship, office hours, peer networks, and space to focus. Applications are rolling with final deadline July 10. The program includes ideation, cofounder matching, 10 weeks of mentorship, and Demo Day on Oct 16 pitching to angels, VCs, and philanthropic funders[1][2]. The incubator is fiscally sponsored by Manifund, emphasizing its alignment with EA/A

Founders

  • Austin Founder · Previously: Manifund · Announced new EA/AIS software projects incubator; active in AI safety funding ecosystem
  • Manifund Organizing Entity · Previously: Survival and Flourishing Fund · Primary organizer of Surplus incubator alongside Mox
  • Mox Organizing Entity · Co-organizer of Surplus incubator with Manifund

Snapshot

Stage
Pre-raise
Legal form
Fiscally sponsored
Hub
Remote
Source
EA Forum
Posted
6/27/2026

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