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Funding Opportunities

Grants, equity, and loans to help launch and grow your venture

Horizon Europe — EIC Accelerator

European Innovation Council·European Union

mixed

Up to €2.5M grant + €15M equity

Europe's flagship funding programme for deep-tech and disruptive innovation startups. Combines non-dilutive grant funding with equity investment for scaling breakthrough technologies.

Deep tech, health, climate, and strategic technologies

Eligibility: EU-based SMEs and startups with breakthrough innovations and clear commercialisation strategy.

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Enterprise Ireland HPSU Start Fund

Enterprise Ireland·Ireland

grant

Up to €500,000

Supports High Potential Start-Up (HPSU) companies with the potential to scale internationally and create jobs in Ireland. Includes mentorship and international market access.

Technology, life sciences, and internationally traded services

Eligibility: Irish-registered startups with potential for international expansion and job creation.

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Innovate UK Smart Grants

Innovate UK (UKRI)·United Kingdom

grant

Up to £500,000

Funds game-changing, disruptive innovation in any sector. Supports R&D projects that demonstrate significant commercial potential and societal benefit.

All sectors with focus on innovation and R&D

Eligibility: UK-based companies or research organisations leading collaborative R&D projects.

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Berlin Startup Grant (GründungsBonus)

Investitionsbank Berlin·Germany

grant

Up to €32,000

Supports early-stage founders in Berlin with pre-seed funding for prototype development, market validation, and initial business setup.

All sectors; focus on tech and creative industries

Eligibility: Founders based in Berlin with innovative business ideas and a registered or pending registration.

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British Business Bank Start Up Loans

British Business Bank·United Kingdom

loan

Up to £25,000 per co-founder

Government-backed personal loans for individuals starting or growing a new business. Includes free mentoring, business support, and a year of free business mentoring.

All sectors

Eligibility: UK residents aged 18+ starting a new business or trading for less than 24 months.

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Nesta Impact Investments

Nesta·United Kingdom

equity

Up to £1,000,000

Invests in high-impact startups addressing social challenges through innovative technology and business models. Provides patient capital and strategic support.

EdTech, HealthTech, and social innovation

Eligibility: UK-based social impact startups with scalable models and measurable social outcomes.

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Enterprise Estonia Startup Grant

Enterprise Estonia (EAS)·Estonia

grant

Up to €50,000

Supports early-stage startups with product development, market entry, and team growth. Estonia's flagship startup support programme for founders building scalable ventures.

Technology, deep tech, SaaS, and digital services

Eligibility: Estonian-registered startups with less than 3 years of operation and a scalable business model.

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Malta Enterprise Development Fund

Malta Enterprise·Malta

grant

Up to €200,000

Provides financial support to startups and SMEs establishing or expanding operations in Malta. Covers investment costs, wage subsidies, and innovation projects.

All sectors; priority on technology, manufacturing, and knowledge-based services

Eligibility: Open to startups registered in Malta with a viable business plan and minimum capital investment.

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European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)

European Commission·European Union

grant

Varies by region (€50K–€5M)

Supports economic development across EU regions through investment in innovation, business support, and sustainable development. Delivered through regional managing authorities.

Innovation, SME support, and regional development

Eligibility: Businesses operating in eligible EU regions with projects addressing regional development goals.

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Startup Chile

CORFO·Chile

grant

Up to $50,000 (equity-free)

Global startup accelerator providing equity-free funding to international founders willing to base their startup in Chile for 6 months. Includes access to co-working space and mentorship.

All sectors with focus on scalable technology ventures

Eligibility: Early-stage startups from any country willing to relocate to Chile for the programme duration.

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