Turning a startup into a thriving business requires the right tools, resources, and strategies. It also requires skill and resources. At SoftStackers, we are a top AWS partner that provides startups with consulting, architecture development, and support, ensuring you can focus on what you do best—innovating.

AWS Funding Programs: Fueling Your Growth

1. AWS Activate Credits
AWS Activate offers up to $100,000 in credits, allowing startups to offset cloud infrastructure costs. This financial relief lets you invest more in product development and scaling, without the constant worry about operational expenses.

2. Proof of Concept (PoC) Funding
Testing and validating your product in real-world scenarios is crucial. AWS provides PoC funding to help startups refine their solutions before going to market. SoftStackers has guided numerous startups through this process, ensuring they effectively utilize this funding to build robust, market-ready products.

3. Data Acceleration Partner Program (DAPP)
The DAPP is one of many funding mechanisms for startup engagements, it is a unique offering where AWS partners, like SoftStackers, work closely with startups to create a comprehensive data roadmap. This program is especially valuable for companies dealing with large-scale data challenges. We consult on every step—from data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes to advanced data analytics. Through DAPP, startups gain expert guidance on how to structure, process, and optimize their data workflows, enabling more informed business decisions.

Startup Case Study: From Concept to Reality

We recently worked with a startup offering a next-gen AI-driven analytics platform coupled with a massive quality of IoT Sensors. With AWS Activate credits, they manage their cloud infrastructure while focusing on building their core product. Guided by SoftStackers, they secure $20,000 in PoC funding to deploy their Well Architected AWS platform (Image Below) in a controlled environment, fine-tuning their AI algorithms based on real-world data.

This strategic investment approach by AWS both enables partner success and allows customers to move from concept to market faster, attract investors, and scale effectively—all while minimizing costs.

Networking and Beyond: Leveraging AWS’s Ecosystem

AWS provides more than just technology. It offers access to a global network of experts, investors, and partners. Through the AWS Partner Network, startups can forge strategic alliances that accelerate growth. At SoftStackers, we help you navigate this ecosystem, ensuring you connect with the right people to advance your business.

Why Partner with SoftStackers?

At SoftStackers, we do more than just connect you to AWS resources. We actively guide you through each step of your startup journey, from securing funding to optimizing your infrastructure. We understand the unique challenges of startups and tailor our approach to meet your specific needs. Our goal is to ensure that you maximize the benefits of AWS’s robust offerings and position your startup for success.