The Llama Startup Program is designed to support early-stage startups in the United States by offering financial reimbursement of up to $6,000 per month for Llama usage, available for a maximum of six months. Applications for the initial cohort close on May 30, 2025. The program aims to empower startups, especially those in the AI domain, to leverage large language models (LLMs) more effectively. Participants must be incorporated startups with less than $10 million in funding to qualify. Despite some skepticism regarding the current capabilities of the Llama model compared to competitors, many see potential for innovative use through advanced prompting frameworks. The program is currently limited to U.S.-based startups.