
A surge of confusion surrounds the Fund My Crazy 2026 program as participants await crucial updates regarding the shortlist. As the Top 50 Build in Public phase began on September 18, applicants are questioning whether shortlist emails have been sent.
As of September 19, many people remain uncertain about their application status. "Did the shortlist emails already go out?" one user asked, voicing the shared mood across discussion boards.
Recent insights suggest that only those whose ideas passed an initial AI screening received confirmation emails. "The Top 50 emails are gonna start coming from 18 till 21" noted one comment, clarifying that the shortlist process involves filtering entries against the rules. This means that valid entries received emails on September 17 or 18, rather than on the originally planned dates of September 16 or 17.
Shortlisting Emails: Participants are eager to find out if they've made the cut. Many are actively checking for updates.
Build in Public: Applicants are questioning if they will have separate access or support groups during this phase. "Will we get a link for the Build in Public phase?" another user queried.
Future Steps: Some seem to be guessing timelines for when the top selections will be released, with one predicting confirmations for the Top 10 by September 27.
**"Curiously, this entire process feels like a waiting game, and many are feeling left in the dark.