[May 2025]
Discover the leading large grants and funding opportunities available for startups this year. These programs offer substantial financial support, mentorship, and networking to help startups accelerate their growth and scale globally. Check out the best chances to secure major funding and boost your startup’s journey.
Deep SAGE Programme for Seed to Pre-Series A Tech Startups
Deadline: 31 May 2025
Entries are now open for Deep SAGE , a growth journey designed for Seed to Pre-Series A tech startups, in collaboration with NUS Enterprise, BLOCK71, and TIS Inc…[more]
Entries open for Future of Capitalism Startup Competition
Deadline: 26 September 2025
Leo Lion Limited is now accepting applications for its Future of Capitalism Startup Competition…[more]
Open Call for New Commons Challenge
Deadline: 2 June 2025
The Open Data Policy Lab invites global changemakers to propose innovative data commons for generative AI that serves the public interest…[more]
Cybersecurity & Defence Accelerator Program
Deadline: 1 January 2026
Elevate your B2B startup to the next level, transform your business and discover your potential with the Cybersecurity & Defence Accelerator Program. Apply now…[more]
TiE Women Program 2025
Deadline: 15 June 2025
Applications are now open for the TiE Women Program 2025, an incredible opportunity for women founders to showcase their innovative business ideas on a global stage…[more]
Elevator Pitch International Competition 2025
Deadline: 17 June 2025
Applications are now open for the Elevator Pitch International Competition 2025. The EPIC 2025 is not just another competition—it’s the ultimate global platform for startups to scale…[more]
SLINGSHOT 2025 – Deep Tech Startup Pitching Competition
Deadline: 11 July 2025
Applications are now open for SLINGSHOT 2025 – Deep Tech Startup Pitching Competition…[more]
Apply Now: Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025
Deadline: 30 June 2025
The world needs your bold ideas. If you’re building something game-changing, this is your moment – and they want to help. Apply now for the Entrepreneurship World Cup…[more]
Request for Applications: Preparatory Action for Setting Up Joint Programmes
Deadline: 15-Oct-25
The European Commission is accepting proposals for its Preparatory Action for Setting Up Joint Programmes among innovation ecosystems actors…[more]
Enfield Project for European Lighthouse to Manifest Trustworthy and Green AI
Deadline: 17 June 2025
ENFIELD has launched its call to attract R&D intensive establishments to conduct applied research activities within energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and space sectors…[more]
PEDvolution Open Call for Demonstrators: Positive Energy Districts (PEDs)
Deadline: 30-Jun-25
The PEDvolution project invites applications from Positive Energy Districts(PEDs) to participate in an open call aimed at demonstrating and validating innovative energy solutions…[more]
Sectoral Digital Skills Academies: Digital Skills Academy in GenAI Program 2025
Deadline: 2-Sep-25
The European Commission (EC) is accepting applications for the Sectoral Digital Skills Academies: Digital Skills Academy in GenAI Program…[more]
International Press Institute announces New Media Incubator
Deadline: 6-Jun-25
Applications are now open for the New Media Incubator Programme to support early-stage European media organizations in taking their news product to the next level by designing, launching and growing their organization…[more]
FORTIS OC#1: Boosting Development of the FORTIS Solution
Deadline: 4 June 2025
The FORTIS project has announced the “Open Call #1 : Boosting Development of the FORTIS Solution” to fund innovative projects that enhance collaboration between humans and robots, increasing efficiency, safety, and productivity in industrial environments…[more]
Open Call: Innovative Projects from Tourism SME Start-Ups under ST3ER Project Accelerator
Deadline: 10 June 2025
Do you wish your tourism-oriented business start-up to be a leader in the twin (digital and green) transition? Then join the ST3ER Project to be part of a multi-cultural network and receive the support you need…[more]
3rd Susong Cup Future Industry Technology Innovation Competition (South Africa)
Deadline: 20 June 2025
The Innovation Hub, as part of the BRICS Advisory Committee, proudly present the 3rd Susong CUP Future Industrial Technology Innovation Competition – BRICS Track…[more]
Upto $1 Million Funding available for your Startup in India
Deadline: 30 June 2025
Calling All Visionary Startups! Cohort 5 at Ramaiah Evolute is now accepting applications! This is your chance to join a community of ambitious founders, gain access to world-class mentorship, and secure up to $1M in funding to scale your startup. Don’t miss the opportunity to turn your big ideas into reality…[more]
Call for MANAGE-CIA Cohort 13 Applications from Agripreneurs and Startups in India (Cohort 13)
Deadline: 15 June 2025
The Innovation and Agri Entrepreneurship program of RKVY-RAFTAAR (MoA& FW), the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management – Centre for Innovation and Agripreneurship (MANAGE-CIA) is inviting applications from potential Agri-Startups, Students and Agripreneurs for Idea stage, Student Orientation Program and Seed Stage respectively for developing prototype, commercialization of product and establishing your Agribusiness venture…[more]
Applications open for Climate Pitch (India)
Deadline: 24 June 2025
Submissions are now open for Climate Pitch, a grant platform by the Climate Collective Foundation, to channel catalytic capital to promising climate tech startups…[more]
RFAs: Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator Program in UAE
Deadline: 11 June 2025
Standard Chartered, in collaboration with Village Capital and C3, proudly launches the Seventh edition of the Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator Program in the UAE — a dynamic platform that’s not just supporting women entrepreneurs but transforming the tech landscape…[more]
Request for Proposals: ReGrow.UA Activity in Ukraine
Deadline: 30-May-25
The EIT Food CLC North-East is pleased to announce an open Request for Proposals (RFP) as part of the ReGrow.UA 2025 Activity, supporting innovative, resilient, and high-impact initiatives to strengthen Ukraine’s agrifood sector…[more]
Apply for Innobooster Programme (Denmark)
Deadline: 12 August 2025
The Innobooster Programme is now open for applications to strengthen knowledge-based innovation in small to medium-sized (SME) companies in Denmark, including startups…[more]
