What DOES USF offer?
Startup EDGE: a grant program unlocking opportunities for Ukraine’s Deep Tech, Green Tech, and EdTech startups
Ukrainian Startup Fund is launching the Startup EDGE grant program with the support of EU4Innovation East project, funded by the European Union, co-funded by the French Government, and implemented by Expertise France.
The mission of Startup EDGE is to empower innovative early-stage startups and strengthen Ukraine’s position as a globally competitive startup ecosystem.
Compliance
Evaluation
Pitching
Approval
Agreement
Internal compliance (verification of eligibility under the program rules)
Expert evaluation
Pitching and review by the Selection Committee
Approval by the Fund’s Supervisory Board
Grant agreement signing
Program focus
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Startup EDGE concentrates on three strategic sectors:
- Deep Tech: artificial intelligence and machine learning, biotechnology and life sciences, MedTech, robotics, advanced materials and manufacturing, quantum computing, IoT, cybersecurity, SpaceTech, electronics, photonics, 5G, Web 3.0, and other breakthrough technologies.
- Green Tech: renewable energy, clean technologies, and solutions that conserve resources and reduce environmental impact.
- EdTech: digital learning products and technologies that transform education and expand access to knowledge.
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Financial support
- Pre-seed grants — up to 20,000 euro
- Seed grants — up to 40,000 euro
application process
