Mentorship

Get $10,000 for Black Women Entrepreneurs: Visa Shes Next and IFundWomen Grant 2025

If you run a Black woman–owned business and you need capital plus real coaching to move to the next level, this grant is built for you.

Amount: $10,000 grant + coaching through IFundWomen Deadline: Feb 7, 2025 Location: United States

Get $5,000 and World-Class Training for Your African Startup: Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2026

If you run a young business in Africa or have an idea that could become one, this is one of those rare programs that actually gives you money, training, and connections — all packaged with the blunt ambition of helping entrepreneurs create jobs and revenue across the continent.

Amount: $5,000 non-refundable seed capital (per selected entrepreneur) Deadline: Mar 1, 2026 Location: Africa

Get ₩100,000,000 for Your Tech Startup: KISED Tech Incubator Program 2025 Guide

If you are an early-stage, technology-driven startup registered in South Korea, this opportunity should be at the top of your application list.

Amount: ₩100,000,000 support package Deadline: Jul 31, 2025 Location: South Korea

Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme (TEEP): $5,000 Seed Funding for African Entrepreneurs

Africa's largest private entrepreneurship support programme, providing non-refundable seed capital, business management training, mentorship, and alumni network access for African founders across all 54 countries.

Amount: $5,000 non-refundable seed capital Deadline: Mar 1, 2026 Location: Africa

WIPO Global Awards

Recognition for SMEs and startups that use intellectual property to create commercial value and social impact.

Amount: Global recognition, mentorship, and support Deadline: Mar 31, 2026 Location: Global