STATION F is accepting applications for the Fighters Program, a free initiative for entrepreneurs from atypical or underprivileged backgrounds. The current batch started on December 1, 2025, and the application deadline is May 3, 2026, according to the program listing. The opportunity is designed as a staged support path, starting with foundational entrepreneurial guidance and continuing with campus access for selected participants.
What the Program Offers
The program is aimed at founders who may have had more barriers to entering entrepreneurship and need practical support to move forward. STATION F presents it as an access-focused initiative built around learning, mentorship, and community. The format gives participants an initial period to strengthen core startup fundamentals before selection for a more immersive phase.
First Phase: Learning and Support
The first month focuses on entrepreneurship basics in a structured format. Participants receive advice from founders, office hours with the team, and access to the Fighters community. At the end of this phase, STATION F selects the most promising projects to continue.
Participation Format
The first phase is offered in a hybrid format, with both online and on-site access. STATION F also notes that the schedule is designed to fit around participants’ availability, which can help founders balancing other commitments. This makes the entry phase easier to access for applicants who are not immediately available for full-time in-person participation.
Campus Phase for Selected Founders
Selected participants receive access to STATION F’s campus environment, including a dedicated desk, resources, exclusive events, and the campus community. This phase is intended for deeper engagement and day-to-day participation in the startup environment. STATION F specifies that on-site presence is required to benefit fully at this stage.
Key Details for Applicants
The published listing identifies the audience as entrepreneurs from atypical or underprivileged backgrounds and confirms that the program is free. It also lists STATION F as the location, French as the working language, and hybrid as the overall format. Applicants should note that while remote participation is possible initially, the later phase relies on in-person presence.
The Fighters Program is a practical entry opportunity for founders seeking structured support, mentorship, and access to a startup ecosystem environment without a participation fee. It combines an accessible first phase with a selective campus-based phase for projects that progress. For eligible founders, the current application window offers a clear route into STATION F support before the May 3, 2026 deadline.