Promos / Startup credits
AWS Activate
Up to $200,000 in credits; the Founders tier is up to $5,000.
Startup creditsBootstrapped OK
What you get
Up to $200,000 in AWS Activate credits, tiered by funding stage.
How to get it
Apply at aws.amazon.com/startups/credits.
What it requires
Pre-Series B, founded in the last 10 years, AWS account on a paid tier plan.
The catch
Approval needed; amount depends on stage.
From the official page ยท checked 2026-10-14
Details
Activate Founders: "Apply directly if you're bootstrapped or self-funded." It starts at $1,000. Larger tiers are pre-Series B through an approved organization.
Expires
Ongoing program; terms can change
Last checked
2026-10-14