# Hello from Horizon! We've spent the last month listening and adapting to bring our community together in a compelling way. Now, we're thrilled to unveil HZN1: a Fellowship for early-stage founders that offers unparalleled, equity-free support. This isn't just an announcement; it's a call to action. # Introducing HZN1 HZN is a cohort-based, Founder Fellowship designed for early-stage Web3 Founders - real, grounded support from NEAR Horizon, all equity-free. The program will offer a blend of practical learning, influential networking, exclusive mentorship, and technical support. ## We’re kicking off HZN1 on Sep. 18th and running a 12-week fellowship that includes: ## Cohort-Based Learning: Collaborate and grow with other founders on the same journey. We’re breaking down key concepts from token design to financial modeling to go-to-market strategy. ## Fundraising Track: Prepare to pitch with specialized guidance on all aspects of fundraising, building your narrative, and structuring your cap table to get you investment-ready. ## DISCOVERY Track: Accelerate your product's success with hands-on support to understand your customers better and shape your product. ## Networking Opportunities: Connect and engage both online and offline with those who can take your vision to new heights, including a dedicated founder retreat at NEARcon in Lisbon, Portugal. ## We're building a community of creators, pioneers, and builders who believe in making the world more open, one project at a time. We’d love to have you join us - our application deadline is September 1st. # [Apply Here]( https://shortlink.near.foundation/hzn-application) # [Program Overview](https://hzn.super.site/)