Introducing: Founders Fuel (Benefits for Builders)
August 21, 2025
Support for builders turning prototypes into products.
What is CDP Founders Fuel?
CDP Founders Fuel is a new initiative from Coinbase Developer Platform designed to help high-potential teams launch real-world applications faster. If you’ve built a working product and you’re ready to take it public, we’re ready to back you with infrastructure credits, direct product support, and GTM guidance.
This isn’t just a grant. It’s a commitment to your roadmap.
Founders Fuel is a selective support program for technical founders, teams, and solo builders shipping with Coinbase developer tools.
We’re here to help you go from working prototype to live product. That means:
1:1 time with CDP product leads
Fee-free credits across CDP tools
GTM and launch support
Early access to new platform features
Who is it for?
Founders Fuel is designed for builders who:
Have a functioning app or working product
Plan to launch publicly within 3 months
Are integrating one or more CDP tools (Onramp, CDP Wallet(s), x402, etc.)
Show a clear roadmap and intent to ship
Bonus points if you’ve already onboarded users or have early traction.
What you get
Each selected team receives:
Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
💳 CDP Credits | Up to $15,000 in CDP and Paymaster credits |
🧠 Direct Access to CDP | Meet with CDP product leads to get technical feedback and optimize your integration |
📣 Launch Spotlight | Social amplification + inclusion in the CDP “Builder Showcase” |
💼 GTM Support | Help with positioning, onboarding UX, or partner introductions (if aligned) |
🧪 Beta Access | First-in-line for new Coinbase developer tools |
💳 AWS Activate Credits | Automatically get $5,000 is AWS Activate Credits |
How to Activate
If you’re selected, we’ll send you a Founders Fuel onboarding form. To get started, you’ll need to:
Apply here: Application
Share a live product link
Submit your launch plan (just 1–2 paragraphs)
Let us know which credits/tools you want to integrate
Once submitted our team will review your application and get back to you in 30-60 days
Want to get a head start? Or have questions? Reach out on Telegram.
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