Frequently
asked questions

Startups that are participating or have participated in Google for Startups long-term programs such as Black Founders Fund, Accelerator, AI Academy and others.

Google for Startups São Paulo changed the way that Campus operates to reflect the evolution of the ecosystem over the past five years. By understanding that Brazilian startups and entrepreneurs are now at a much higher level of maturity and development, Google for Startups, always with a close eye and affirmative actions for diversity, equity, and inclusion, is increasingly focused on offering programs and mentoring that help develop leaders and work on specific technology, product, and business challenges in various sectors of the economy. We believe that focusing on the network of startups supported by our programs can generate a positive impact for the current ecosystem far beyond providing physical workspaces for meetings and gatherings.

Yes, we have some partner organizations that hold events on Campus in collaboration with Google for Startups. These meetings can be open to the community, in person, or for those who want to follow remotely. These events are announced through the official channels of the event organizers.

At this moment, Google for Startups Campus only hosts events hosted by Google, startups in the Campus network, or other partner organizations.

Access to the space for event participants is the responsibility of the organization behind each event. When you arrive at Campus, look for signs or ask our reception team where the event check-in is taking place.

No. Event participants have free access only to the event spaces and only during the scheduled event.

You can use Google for Startups Campus São Paulo if your startup is selected to participate in a Google for Startups program or receives investment from the Black Founders Fund. You can also sign up to participate in open events offered by Google's partner organizations.

Applications for all Google for Startups programs are made through our website. Some are available continuously, with selection windows, and others have open applications at specific times throughout the year. To learn more about existing programs and their selection processes, visit our Programs page.

Yes, all startups participating in current Google for Startups programs and that have participated in a Google for Startups program in the past, as well as startups that received investment by the Black Founders Fund, will have access to Campus, according to rules related to space occupation.

Yes, the startup groups invited by Google to access the building continue to use the space free of charge.

Campus is not open to visitors. Entry is authorized only for founders and employees of startups participating in long-term Google for Startups programs and their guests. The other possibility of access is by participating in an event that takes place at Google for Startups Campus.

No. All Campus units around the world that are in operation are open only to startups participating in long-term Google for Startups programs. If you are a participant in a program in Brazil and want to visit a unit in another country, please contact our team for guidance.

Your child is welcome to join you in our space. Minors under 18 must be accompanied throughout the visit.

Yes, small and medium-sized dogs, accustomed to contact with strangers, are also welcome in our space. When you bring your dog, keep an eye on them at all times. You are solely responsible for cleaning up after them, and for avoiding any inconvenience to other Campus members.