The Open-Source YC for Web3
Nozomi gives founders everything they need—resources, capital, network, and advisory—to launch, get funded, build communities, and scale.
Our Network
Nozomi is the Open-Source
Y-Combinator for Web3.
Like YC, we created Nozomi’s Founders Library—a hub of free, actionable resources, including battle-tested playbooks, marketing courses, fill-in-the-blank templates, and proven GTM strategies—all crafted by Web3 leaders with real-world experience, not armchair “thought leaders.”
Unlike YC, we collaborate across the entire Web3 ecosystem—partnering with accelerators, incubators, and ecosystems to connect bold founders with top VCs, angels, KOLs, and retail investors. No fees, no strings attached.
Lastly, Nozomi provides strategic advisory led by a team that has scaled Web3 giants like Immutable and Animoca. Partnering with experts from the top 100 protocols, we help you refine Go-To-Market plans, design incentive systems, and build thriving communities.
The Nozomi Network
The Web3 Founders Library
Everything you need to scale faster!
Funding & Capital Support
Advisory & Consulting
Join the Highest ROI Web3 Community
Join the Pioneers Shaping the Decentralized World
Launching and scaling a Web3 project is hard. Web3 founders lack established playbooks like The Lean Startup or Y Combinator’s library. Many developers excel technically but struggle with marketing, fundraising, and operations in a decentralized world.
Equip yourself with the strategies and tools to launch, get funding, and scale your project to the next level. Don’t wait—your Web3 entrepreneurship journey starts here.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about Web3 entrepreneurship and our services.
Nozomi is the open-sourced YC for Web3. We help builders launch, get funded, and scale projects confidently by providing free open-sourced resources, capital support, a network of founders and partners, and expert advisory on strategy, marketing, and community building to drive success in Web3.
No—Nozomi doesn’t replace accelerators - in-fact we have partnerships with many of the accelerators and incubators across most ecosystems. Instead, we support founders who are ready to fundraise and need the right positioning, strategy, and investor connections. Many of these founders have:
- Recently completed an accelerator or been through one in the past
- Been in stealth mode by themselves, building and refining their project to be investor-ready
- Bootstrapped and reached a stage where funding makes sense
The Nozomi’s Founders Library is your one-stop shop to launch and scale your protocol. It includes:
1. Nozomi’s Web3 Founders Book: How to Launch and Scale Web3 Protocols for a Decentralized World (Coming soon)
2. Nozomi’s Founders Courses Database
3. Free Fill-in-the-Blank Checklists and Templates
4. Exclusive Perks
No, we are NOT an agency. Our mission is to democratize Web3 entrepreneurship by becoming the open-source Y-Combinator for Web3. For those seeking traditional agency services, we can recommend trusted partners from our network of experienced growth leaders.
Simple—there’s nowhere to hide when it comes to growth, strategy, and marketing. If it works, you'll be happy to pay for results, but if it doesn’t, every cent spent is wasted. At Nozomi, we hold ourselves to the same standard we believe every leader in Web3 should: accountability for outcomes. If we’re in the trenches with you, we want to ensure you're getting real, tangible results, or you don’t pay. It’s that straightforward.
Nozomi takes an open-sourced approach to fundraising. Instead of relying on a single investor, we bring together GPs from leading VC funds, value-add angels, influential KOLs, and even retail investors to help you raise capital the Web3 way—without introduction fees. We also connect you with strategic partners like market makers and exchanges to ensure your project is set up for sustainable growth.
If you have a high-quality idea but aren’t quite ready to pitch to investors, typically founders go two ways:
✅ Bootstrap & Use Our Open-Source Playbooks – Nozomi’s Web3 Founder Library (launching 12.2.25) provides the similar GTM & fundraising resources used by leading protocols and accelerators. You can leverage these playbooks to refine your strategy and prepare for funding on your own.
✅ Accelerator & Incubator Introductions – If you apply for funding but we feel you’re too early, we’re happy to introduce you to ecosystem accelerators, incubators, and other programs in our network that can help you get to the next stage.
At Nozomi, we ensure founders at every stage have access to the right resources, connections, and support to grow and secure funding when the time is right. 🚀
Yes! If you are selected in our funding program we connect you with:
- Ecosystem partnerships with leading Layer 1 and Layer 2 networks to enhance your project’s visibility and credibility.
- Exchanges for token listings to boost accessibility and liquidity.
- Market makers to stabilize token performance and ensure market health.
- Strategic collaborators like DAO tools, analytics platforms, and ecosystem enablers.
- Other Web3 introductions, including partnerships with DAOs, NFT platforms, and DeFi protocols, to expand your reach and drive adoption.
These connections are carefully selected to align with your project’s goals and ensure sustainable growth.
Nozomi helps you build a customized go-to-market and marketing plans designed to meet your goals. We handle the heavy lifting, including a complete audit of your current strategies to identify gaps and opportunities. From crafting unique positioning and a strategic brand narrative to developing compelling messaging across your website, socials, and pitch deck, we’ll ensure your project stands out. Our team will also deliver a comprehensive content strategy, detailed channel recommendations, and a clear roadmap with timelines to drive sustainable growth.
It’s a one-off $25,000 and if you’re not satisfied with the final plan, we’ll provide a full refund—no strings attached.
Eliminate guesswork, stand out in a crowded market, and position your project for long-term success. Let’s get started.
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Nozomi gives you everything you need to launch, fund, and scale—without giving up control. No forced exclusivity. No extractive deals. Just real backing for real builders.
