/ Yield Index / 500 Global

500 Global

Tier 1 Accelerator · ~6% equity for $150K
C+

Mixed (C+) — Cohort Yield Grade

500 Global (formerly 500 Startups) operates globally but has been restructuring continuously since the 2017 Dave McClure departure. Strong international alumni; mid-tier US program quality. Rebrand to 500 Global 2020 reflected category repositioning toward emerging markets. Founder Outcomes have been strongest in Latin America and Southeast Asia.

66
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Equity Terms Fairness
B-
Founder Outcomes
C+
Mentor Quality
C+
Demo Day Yield
C
Post-Program Network
C+
/ Public-Record Events

Key events & disclosures.

  • Founded as 500 Startups 2010
  • Dave McClure departure 2017 (harassment allegations)
  • Rebrand to 500 Global 2020
  • Multi-year restructuring under Christine Tsai CEO

/ Best for

International founders, particularly in Latin America and Southeast Asia, seeking 500 Global's regional network access.

/ Watch out for

US program has lost relative position. International programs (LatAm, MENA, SEA) have stronger cohort quality than US programs in recent years.