Startup

Vercel for Startups

Vercel for Startups is an ongoing startup-focused platform offering for product teams seeking scalable deployment and developer workflow support.

Type: Grant Amount: Program benefits vary by startup profile and current Vercel offer terms Deadline: Rolling Location: Global

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

Win Up to KES 5,000,000 for Kenya Climate Tech Growth: A Practical Guide to the KCIC Acceleration Grant 2025

There are two kinds of climate-tech funding stories in Kenya. The first is the “we met someone at a conference and now we’re waiting” story. Long on hope, short on cash.

Amount: KES 5,000,000 blended support Deadline: Aug 22, 2025 Location: Kenya

WIPO Global Awards

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.

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

Y Combinator Accelerator

Flagship Silicon Valley accelerator investing $500K in early-stage startups through an intensive three-month program.

Type: Accelerator Amount: $500K total: $125K for 7% equity plus $375K on an uncapped SAFE with MFN Deadline: Apr 22, 2025 Location: United States and Global

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Matching grants of up to USD 150,000 for Georgian tech companies entering global markets through GITA.

Amount: USD 150,000 Deadline: Jun 20, 2025 Location: Georgia