HAX

HAX is a pre-seed investment programme in Newark. Up to $550,000 initial pre-seed investment on a SAFE. SOSV says it needs above 10% ownership for its $550k average check size. Follow-on investment is possible in later rounds.

What it offers

• “We provided up to $550,000 in initial pre-seed funding, specifically structured to help you hit the critical technical milestones that traditional investors often find too risky.” — hax.co
• “Up to $550K pre-seed SAFE” — sosv.com
• “SOSV has strict ownership requirements, so we have to be able to get above a 10% ownership position for our $550k average check size” — sosv.com

How the programme runs

• “Our founders receive a six-month residency at our state-of-the-art facilities” — hax.co
• “We invest into teams on a rolling basis, and typically admit 2-3 teams every month.” — hax.co
• “We invest into teams on a rolling basis, and typically admit 2-3 teams every month.” — hax.co

Stages

Pre-seed, Seed

How to apply

Apply or read the rules on the official site.

About this listing

TrustList compiled this listing from HAX's official pages in September 2026. The quotes above are its own words. Amounts, deadlines and eligibility rules change, so check the official site before you rely on them.