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Switzerland Innosuisse Startup Coaching

Provides personalized coaching, vouchers, and networks for Swiss startups ready to scale.

Amount: CHF ₣150,000 coaching vouchers Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 Location: Switzerland

Techstars Accelerator: $120,000 Investment for Early-Stage Startups

One of the world's most extensive accelerator networks, running 50+ programs annually across verticals including climate, fintech, healthtech, space, mobility, and Web3. Startups receive $120,000 in funding, three months of intensive mentorship, investor introductions, and lifetime access to a global alumni network of 3,700+ companies.

Amount: $120,000 investment for 6% equity plus optional $100,000 convertible note Deadline: Apr 10, 2025 Location: Global

Thailand NIA Deep Tech Accelerator: ฿5 Million Support for Science-Based Startups

Provides funding, mentorship, and market access for Thai deep technology startups in AI, robotics, biotech, advanced materials, and clean energy. Includes access to specialized equipment and investor connections.

Type: Accelerator Amount: THB ฿5,000,000 support package Deadline: Rolling Location: Thailand

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

Africa's largest private entrepreneurship support programme, providing $5,000 non-refundable seed capital, 12-week business training, mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, and access to a network of over 21,000 alumni across all 54 African countries. Since 2015, TEF has disbursed over $100 million in direct funding.

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

Top European Startup Accelerators 2025: Funding, Equity, and How to Get In

Comprehensive guide to the best startup accelerator programs across Europe in 2025, including funding amounts, equity stakes, application deadlines, and insider tips for getting accepted

Amount: Varies by program: €10,000 to €150,000+ in seed funding Deadline: Rolling/Varies by program Location: Europe and Multiple Countries
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UNICEF Venture Fund

Equity-free funding and product mentorship for early-stage, open-source technology startups improving the lives of children.

Amount: Up to $100,000 equity-free investment Deadline: May 31, 2025 Location: Global

Venture Kick - 1 Million Plus to kick your startup to success

Swiss university spin-offs can secure up to CHF 150,000 in staged funding through Venture Kick's three-phase program. No equity required. Includes mentorship, pitch training, and access to investor networks.

Amount: CHF 150,000 Deadline: Rolling (jury sessions held several times throughout the year) Location: Switzerland

Vietnam NIC Innovation Launchpad: Get VND 2.5 Billion in Support to Scale Your Vietnamese Startup

accelerate Vietnamese startups through the National Innovation Center

Type: Accelerator Amount: VND 2,500,000,000 in services Deadline: Sep 28, 2024 Location: Vietnam

Win $100,000 for Student Climate Startups: The Complete Guide to the MIT Climate and Energy Prize 2025-2026

If you and a teammate have a student-led climate or energy startup with real promise, this is one of those rare competitions that actually changes trajectories.

Amount: $100,000+ in non-dilutive cash prizes Deadline: Jan 11, 2026 Location: Global

WIPO Global Awards 2026: How to Win the World's Top IP Prize

The WIPO Global Awards recognize SMEs and startups that use intellectual property to drive positive impact. Winners get global promotion, mentorship, and a trip to Geneva.

Type: Prize Amount: Global Recognition + Mentorship + Trip to Geneva Deadline: Mar 31, 2026 Location: Global