Apply for Activate credits

AWS Activate credit packages help startups reduce costs and increase speed to market.

AWS Credits

AWS helps startups bring their ideas to life through AWS Activate. As you build and scale your business, Activate credits grow with you to support your changing needs. If you’re an AWS Activate member, you may be eligible for up to $100,000 in credits to help offset your AWS bill.

AWS credits packages for early-stage startups

Credit eligibility is based on your startup stage and affiliation with Activate Providers, which are thousands of accelerators, angel investors, venture capital firms, and startup enabling organizations around the world. Review the requirements below to select the package that’s right for your startup today.

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Activate Founders

Start here if your startup is not yet associated with an Activate Provider

Benefits

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$1,000 USD AWS Activate credits*

Eligibility Criteria

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New to AWS Activate credits

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Self-funded or funded pre-series B

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Have a fully-functioning company website

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Founded in the past 10 years

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Activate Portfolio

Start here if your startup is associated with an Activate Provider

Benefits

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Up to $100,000 USD AWS Activate credits*

Eligibility Criteria

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Associated with an Activate Provider and have their Organizational ID

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Have not previously redeemed $100,000 total in AWS Activate credits

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Have not previously received AWS Activate credits of equal or greater value from an Activate Provider

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Self-funded or funded pre-series B

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Have a fully-functioning company website

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Founded in the past 10 years

*All AWS Activate credits are in USD and subject to the AWS Promotional Credit Terms & Conditions.

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Accelerate your growth with AWS Activate

Benefits for Activate members transcend credit packages. Join now to access exclusive offers from AWS partners worth up to $800,000, premium training content, curated accelerator programs, and more.

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Frequently asked questions

Learn more about the application process, requirements, credit usage, credit management, and more.


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