FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q1: Do I need to give up equity to join Moonshotnx?
No. The Capital Stack model begins with a $50K non-dilutive grant. No shares or SAFE required at intake.
Q2: What is the STACK Note™?
It’s a founder-friendly structured note. It converts only upon specific success milestones (not time or valuation triggers). It includes optional capital kickers for aligned investor outcomes.
Q3: How is the grant deployed?
The $50K grant is split: $25K to Fundraising support and $25K to advisory services. You receive direct benefits via our vetted partners to launch your raise.
Q4: Who provides the follow-on capital?
We partner with MaxF1, our institutional syndication arm, to build SPVs for your round. You can raise from family offices, VCs, and corporate investors.
Q5: What if I already raised money?
That’s fine. We work with both pre-seed and post-seed startups. The Capital Stack supplements or replaces existing funding gaps.
Q6: Do I have to use the STACK Note?
No. We tailor the capital stack to your company’s situation. Some founders just use the grant + IR services, others go all the way to syndication.
Q7: How long is the program?
It runs on a rolling cohort basis. Onboarding takes 1 week, IR preparation is 4 weeks, and fundraising cycles average 3–6 months.
Q8: What regions do you support?
We operate globally with legal & funding infrastructure in: U.S., UK, EU, and MENA.
Q9: Can I join remotely?
Yes. Everything is virtual-first with optional in-person hubs in London, Dubai, and NYC.
Q10: How do I apply?
Sign up online at here. No pitch deck required to start.
Q11: What if a founder only wants credit, not equity or grants?
MOONSHOTNX offers credit-based funding options through MAXNX, including revenue-based financing and startup-friendly debt. If a founder is focused purely on debt instruments, they can still go through the onboarding process and receive tailored introductions through our MAXNX lending partners. We recommend completing the full Moonshot process to benefit from IR preparation and capital strategy support—even if no equity is desired.
Q12: What if they’re already talking to an investor?
That’s a great sign. If a founder is already speaking with investors, MOONSHOTNX can accelerate that process by supporting due diligence, polishing pitch materials, and layering on IR advisory via MAXNX. If the investor aligns with our STACK Note or MaxF1 syndicate, we can even co-invest or syndicate the round.
Q13: Is the $50K grant guaranteed?
The grant is discretionary but highly probable for accepted founders. All accepted founders receive up to $50K in non-dilutive support, split as:
If no Grant is offered the founder is covered by our 100% Money Back Guarantee.
All grants are issued by Moonbase Foundation, our nonprofit partner. A formal grant agreement is signed before funds are allocated.
Q14: Can a founder skip the grant and just take STACK Note funding?
No. The grant is what de-risks the funding process and strengthens the founder's position in the capital stack.
Q.15: What if a founder isn’t raising yet?
If a founder isn’t actively raising, we can still onboard them in preparation for their round. The capital stack model supports preparation, positioning, and planning. They’ll benefit from the grant, IR prep, and capital strategy long before their first pitch. Many founders join 3-6 months before launching a round.
Q.16: Can international founders apply?
Yes. MOONSHOTNX supports global founders. However, grant disbursement and STACK Note funding may vary by jurisdiction. Our program is open to founders headquartered in the U.S., U.K., EU, MENA, and certain other approved markets. International tax compliance may apply, and payouts may be subject to local banking laws.
Q.17: What is the STACK Note, and how is it different from a SAFE?
What is the STACK Note, and how is it different from a SAFE or Convertible Note?
The STACK Note is Moonshotnx’s proprietary capital instrument—designed from the ground up for founders. It’s not just another SAFE, and it’s certainly not a convertible note.
Here’s how it stands apart:
Founder-aligned: No interest. No maturity date. No pressure to convert on someone else’s timeline.
Milestone-based conversion: Only triggers upon a major financing event or agreed-upon milestone—not just because time runs out.
Bundled with non-dilutive capital: Unlike a SAFE, which only offers equity-linked cash, the STACK Note comes with grant funding, giving you critical breathing room.
No debt burden: Unlike a convertible note, there’s no looming repayment or accruing interest—it’s not a loan in disguise.
In short:
SAFEs simplify venture deals.
Convertible notes favour early investors.
The STACK Note protects the founder.
It’s cleaner. Safer. And built for traction before dilution.
Q.18: Do you take equity or board seats?
MOONSHOTNX does not take equity upfront and does not take board seats under the grant model. Founders retain full control. Equity conversion only occurs if/when the STACK Note converts as part of a larger financing round.
Q.19: Can founders reapply if not accepted?
Yes. Rejected applicants are welcome to reapply in a future cohort, especially if their traction, product, or capital strategy improves. We also encourage them to join our waitlist or educational programs in the interim.
Q.20: Is MOONSHOTNX an accelerator?
Yes—but not in the traditional sense. We are a capital stack platform, which means we accelerate access to the right capital, not just mentorship or equity deals. There is no required in-person residency, pitch competition, or 12-week cohort. It’s a funding-first model with capital infrastructure and real LP backing.
Q.21: How long does it take to access capital once onboarded?
Once the onboarding fee is paid, founders are:
· Added to our CRM within 48 hours
· Scheduled for their program kickoff call
· Reviewed for grant issuance within 3–5 business days
· STACK Note eligibility reviewed within 2 weeks
Capital access can begin within 5–10 business days from payment/grant approval.