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The IDEA Fund: Missouri’s State-Sponsored Venture Capital Program [...] The Innovation, Development, and Entrepreneurial Advancement (IDEA) Fund is MTC’s flagship state-sponsored venture capital initiative that makes investments in exchange for equity or convertible debt to the most promising early-stage, high-growth potential businesses. By leveraging state and federal funding, the IDEA Fund makes direct investments to early-stage entrepreneurs as part of their venture funding rounds to support commercialization, accelerate additional private investment and create jobs in the state. This program is a catalyst for economic growth, supporting businesses as they create jobs, drive technological advancements, and build a stronger future for Missouri. The IDEA Fund is primarily funded by the Federal State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) 2.0 program. [...] The July 2026 Award Cycle – IDEA Fund Info Session is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17. 2026 beginning at 12 PM. [...] Venture Capital Program: • Designed for Series A or later-stage companies raising $5 million -$20 million. • Provides up to $2 million in investments and matching co-investment. • For the purpose of scaling the businesses, attracting additional private capital, and increase the impact of third-party investments • The company must identify at the time of application, a lead investor with relevant domain expertise and/or significant due diligence experience, as determined by MTC. • The lead investor requirement is waived for MTC Portfolio Companies if 25% of the funding round is identified and the company is in good standing with MTC’s data collection process. [...] Investment Process: [...] 1. Application Process: Complete the required application process. 2. Application Submission: Submit the application before the deadline for consideration in the next award cycle. 3. Review: MTC staff reviews applications quarterly. 4. Notification: Applicants are notified approximately one month after the deadline whether they are invited to present to the MTC Investment Committee. 5. Committee Presentations: Selected applicants present to the Investment Committee, which recommends funding decisions to MTC’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors. 6. Board Approval: Recommendations are reviewed and approved by the MTC Board of Directors. 7. Due Diligence: Approved companies with matching funds undergo a due diligence process. 8. Participation Agreement: Approved companies sign a Participation Agreement before closing the investment. (Download Participation Agreement →) [...] 2026 Award Cycle Deadlines [...] • January 2026 Award Cycle • April 2026 Award Cycle • July 2026 Award Cycle • October 2026 Award Cycle [...] January 2026 Award Cycle [...] CLOSED January 2026 Award Cycle • Application deadline: 11:59 pm, November 4, 2025 • Presentation to Investment Committee: January 2026 • Approval & Award: by end of January 2026 [...] April 2026 Award Cycle [...] CLOSED April 2026 Award Cycle • Application deadline: 11:59 pm, February 3, 2026 • Presentation to Investment Committee: April 2026 • Approval & Award: by end of April 2026 [...] July 2026 Award Cycle [...] July 2026 Award Cycle • Application deadline: 11:59 pm, May 5, 2026 • Presentation to Investment Committee: July 2026 • Board approval: by end of July 2026 [...] October 2026 Award Cycle [...] October 2026 Award Cycle • Application deadline: 11:59 pm, August 4, 2026 • Presentation to Investment Committee: October 2026 • Board approval: by end of October 2026 [...] 2026 Application – Ready to Apply? Take the next step toward securing state-sponsored venture capital funding with the FY26 IDEA Fund Application. [...] • Download the FY26 IDEA Fund Application (PDF) → for review purposes. • We recommend preparing responses in advance, as the online platform does not support saving drafts. Please complete your submission in one sitting.

2026–2027 Digital Thriving Fellowship Program – Center for Digital Thriving [...] 2026–2027 Digital Thriving Fellowship Program [...] Applications are now open for our Digital Thriving Fellows program (2026 – 2027 academic year). [...] Apply now if you’re developing ideas, conducting research, or creating projects that can help young people — and all of us — thrive in a world of tech. Your unique perspective and contributions could play a crucial role in shaping a future where young people thrive, however technology fits into their lives. [...] Access and download the full Call for Proposals here. [...] Curious to [...] Applicants Open → February 13, 2026 — March 9, 2026 --- Applicant Info Session → February 20, 2026 at 1 p.m. EST (10 AM PST) Letter of Interest Due → March 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PST Invitations for Full Proposal → Early April 2026 Full Proposals Due → Early May 2026 Decisions → June 30, 2026 Fellowship Begins → September 1, 2026 [...] How do i apply? [...] Initial “Letters of Interest” will be accepted until March 09, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time. All materials should be submitted via our application portal in Qualtrics. [...] • Phase One: Between March — early April 2026, CDT staff will review Letters of Intent. • Phase Two: In early April, 2026, CDT will notify all Letter of Intent applicants of the status of their application and invite approximately 8 – 10 applicants to submit a full proposal by May 2026. Further information about proposals requirements and due dates will be provided with the invitation. • Phase Three: CDT staff will review full proposals and conduct interviews with finalists. Full proposal applicants will be notified of decisions by June 30, 2026. [...] 2026 CALL FOR PROPOSALS

A month-long launchpad for founders building the magically weird before it becomes consensus.

Here are some ideas and opportunities we’re most excited to see founders tackle next at Pear VC.

Y Combinator–s Summer Fellows Grants provide selected undergraduate students with cash and cloud credits to pursue their own technical projects over the summer rather than traditional internship work.

2026 Call For Projects GraphQL [...] 2026 Call For Projects [...] We’re excited to announce the first GraphQL ecosystem Call For Projects! If you are building tools, advocating, or more generally supporting GraphQL, this program is for you. [...] Our goal is to offer financial support and recognition for individuals who are helping move the ecosystem forward. [...] Each selected project will receive a $5000 grant as well as promotion on the GraphQL blog and socials. [...] The Call for Projects is part of the general GraphQL grant program and submissions must meet some criteria: [...] • Contributes to a graphql project or another GraphQL property (YouTube, socials, …). • Must be submitted by individuals (companies are not eligible for funding). • Requires signature of a grant agreement (preview). • Requires a graphql.org blog post explaining the work. [...] • May 31, 2026: deadline for submissions. • June 30, 2026: winners are announced. • Dec 31, 2026: program closes. [...] You can apply now by filing the GraphQL grant application. [...] Seeking SMEs for GraphQL Conf 2026

Apply now for the a16z speedrun Winter/Spring 2026 cohort. Applications close September 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT.

Flux Capacitor - Request for Explorers - Investments for Sci Fi Founders - 1517 Fund Skip to Main Content [...] Flux Capacitor - Request for Explorers - Investments for Sci Fi Founders [...] Opens Mar 30 2026 12:00 AM (PDT) [...] Deadline Apr 21 2026 12:00 PM (PDT) [...] We're backing up to 10 amazing scientists with $50K to $1M investments to turn their scientific intuitions into a startup. Applications are due on April 18th, 2026 at 11:59pm Pacific. [...] By May 1st, finalists will be invited to our San Francisco Sci Fi Summit in June and the new cohort will be announced in July. [...] Apply today! [...] Flux Capacitor - Request for Explorers - Investments for Sci Fi Founders [...] We're backing up to 10 amazing scientists with $50K to $1M investments to turn their scientific intuitions into a startup. Applications are due on April 18th, 2026 at 11:59pm Pacific. [...] By May 1st, finalists will be invited to our San Francisco Sci Fi Summit in June and the new cohort will be announced in July. [...] Apply today! [...] Mar 30 2026 12:00 AM (PDT) [...] Apr 21 2026 12:00 PM (PDT)

A 9-week sprint to get fundable

Silkway Accelerator 2026 [...] Silkway Accelerator 7.0 [...] A flagship intensive growth acceleration program for technology startups at PMF and Scale stages from Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and Mongolia. [...] Applications open until April 30 → Submit Application [...] The program has successfully completed 6 batches and provides not just expertise, but a full-fledged growth environment: accommodation, workspace, international expertise, and a strong founder community. [...] Silkway Accelerator alumni are startups with big ambitions and a focus on international expansion. Ready for global growth? Apply for Batch 7. [...] 6 Batches [...] Stage 1. Application review.Stage 2. Online interviews with trackers. [...] Silkway Accelerator [...] Offline in Almaty. 12 weeks of intensive tracking and working on your business growth. [...] 01.09.2026 [...] Who Can Apply [...] Silkway Accelerator —only for those ready to grow. [...] We only work with startups that already have revenue, customers, and validated demand. If you are looking for an idea — this is not your program. If you are stuck after PMF — this is exactly for you. [...] PMF or Scale stage — has revenue and paying customers [...] 12-week presence [...] Offline in Almaty. Full immersion — 12 weeks. [...] Apply by April 30 → [...] Who can apply? [...] Technology startups with a working product at PMF or Scale stage can apply. Participation is open to teams from Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Mongolia. [...] Yes. The program is held offline, and participants must be in Almaty for all 12 weeks. Accommodation for 2 founders is provided free of charge. [...] Yes. If you already have a working product and a stable customer base, you qualify. The program is designed for startups at PMF and Scale stages — not for ideas. [...] We are from another country — can we apply? [...] Yes, the program is open to startups from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Mongolia. [...] When is the application deadline? [...] The deadline is April 30, 2026, 23:59. We recommend applying early to go through the thorough selection process. [...] Application deadline: April 30, 23:59 [...] Secure your spotin Silkway Accelerator Batch 7

The Google for Startups Accelerator offers mentorship and technical support to companies using AI to disrupt the energy sector.

New multi-donor fund by Renaissance Philanthropy seeded by Biohub and Wellcome opens first call for proposals, with letters of intent accepted beginning May 11

11 May, 2026 – Tether, the largest company in the digital asset ecosystem, announced today that it is launching a grants program to fund developers building on its open technology stack, with no cap on total payouts, tied to specific technical deliverables. The grants program is now open, and developers can apply to active tasks. […]

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/PRNewswire/ -- Greentown Labs, the world's largest climatetech and energy incubator, today announced the startup cohort for Greentown Go Make 2026—an..., /PRNewswire/ -- Greentown Labs, the world's largest climatetech and energy incubator, today announced the startup cohort for Greentown Go Make 2026—an...

From 2020 to 2025, Interledger Foundation invested more than $21 million across 271 projects in 42 countries. We fund and support people who are building open, interoperable payment systems, and the conditions those systems need to work: regulation, education, trust, and community. - SDK grant program · interledger/Grants Wiki

Schmidt Sciences 2026 Interpretability RFP [...] Opens Mar 16 2026 12:00 PM (EDT) [...] Deadline May 26 2026 11:59 PM (EDT) [...] Request for Proposals: AI Interpretability [...] Schmidt Sciences invites proposals for a pilot program in AI interpretability. We seek new methods for detecting and mitigating deceptive behaviors from AI models, such as when models knowingly give misleading or harmful advice to users. If this pilot uncovers signs of meaningful progress, it may unlock a significantly larger investment in this space. [...] $300k - $1M --- [...] Funding Level and Duration [...] Applicants will be asked in the submission form to give a budget with their proposal that reaches a value between $300k and $1M USD, inclusive of permissible overhead. The application also requires an estimated timeline for the project (one to three years). Project length is independent of total budget, i.e. a one year project could request up to $1M. Budgets should appropriately match resources required for the project. [...] We invite individual researchers, research teams, research institutions, and multi-institution collaborations across universities, national laboratories, institutes, and nonprofit research organizations. We are open to applicants globally and encourage collaborations across geographic boundaries. [...] grantees to report research progress to Schmidt Sciences in interim and final reports, [...] program officers. These meetings are [...] evaluative, but [...] . The dates for reporting will be determined based on project duration. [...] Research Agenda [...] 2026 Interpretability RFP [...] Request for Proposals: AI Interpretability [...] Schmidt Sciences invites proposals for a pilot program in AI interpretability. We seek new methods for detecting and mitigating deceptive behaviors from AI models, such as when models knowingly give misleading or harmful advice to users. If this pilot uncovers signs of meaningful progress, it may unlock a significantly larger investment in this space. [...] We define a scope of research in the Research Agenda section of this document. Proposals need not match topics in this agenda verbatim. We encourage proposals on any relevant technical methods or evaluation that could advance our scientific understanding of deceptive behavior in LLMs. We will especially focus on three directions: [...] Proposal Due Date [...] May 26th, 2026 by 11:59pm AoE [...] 202 [...] April 2nd, [...] 2026, 1pm ET [...] $300k - $1M [...] Funding Level and Duration [...] Applicants will be asked in the submission form to give a budget with their proposal that reaches a value between $300k and $1M USD, inclusive of permissible overhead. The application also requires an estimated timeline for the project (one to three years). Project length is independent of total budget, i.e. a one year project could request up to $1M. Budgets should appropriately match resources required for the project. [...] We invite individual researchers, research teams, research institutions, and multi-institution collaborations across universities, national laboratories, institutes, and nonprofit research organizations. We are open to applicants globally and encourage collaborations across geographic boundaries. [...] Indirect costs of any project that we fund must be at or below 10% to comply with our policy. Projects funded [...] political activity. [...] Selection Criteria [...] Proposals will be evaluated by Schmidt Sciences staff and external reviewers using the following criteria: [...] Reporting Timelines [...] We expect grantees to report research progress to Schmidt Sciences in interim and final reports, accompanied by meetings with program officers. These meetings are not evaluative, but instead are intended to help Schmidt Sciences understand the impact of our funding. The dates for reporting will be determined based on project duration. [...] Research Agenda [...] Mar 16 [...] 26 12

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The first accelerator that combines market access with founder resilience — helping international startups land, validate, and expand in Finland and Europe. [...] Apply for the Autumn 2026 Batch [...] The Northern Light accelerator delivers hands-on support to validate your product with real customers, navigate sales in local and EU markets, and secure traction alongside revenue. We also prioritise founder resilience to keep your team focused and execution-ready [...] faster market entry, [...] Startups – spring 2026 [...] The second cohort brings together founders from Brazil, Japan, Argentina, Australia, India, the UK, Singapore, Cameroon, South Africa, Turkey, Ireland, and Iran. Meet the inspiring startups of the spring 2026 batch! [...] Our 3-month accelerator program is designed for non-Finnish founders or teams ready to build in Europe, starting from Helsinki. We provide a physical base at Maria 01, enabling you to join our vibrant community. [...] There is a participation fee for the Northern Light Accelerator of €2,000 (incl. VAT) per startup (up to two founders). This includes not only the full program, its activities, and support package valued at €120,000, but also a dedicated desk space at Maria 01 for three months with full access to all campus services and facilities, as well as a startup ticket to Slush 2026 for the Autumn Batch – all delivered equity-free. [...] Current program and application period [...] The third batch of our program will take place in Autumn 2026, starting on August 21st and finishing on November 20th. The application period is open from the 16th of April until June 6, 2026. Please note, that we review applications continuously and the spots are limited, that is why we encourage you to apply early. We expect to make all decisions on successful applicants by early the end of June 2026, to allow all the accepted participants enough time to prepare for their travel to Helsinki. [...] APPLY – Application period opens [...] Northern Light is for early-stage international startups looking to enter the European market through Finland. You should have a company registered in some country. Additionally, you should also have at least an MVP or early traction and be committed to scaling your business in Europe. You can also apply if you are already in Finland and have at least one non-Finnish co-founder or team member. [...] 11. When can I apply for the program? [...] We run two accelerator programs each year, each with a dedicated application period. Check this website for the current application dates. If no application period is open at the moment, you can sign up for our mailing list below to stay informed about when the next application window opens. [...] Startups – autumn 2025 [...] The first-ever program brought together founders from India, the Philippines, Norway, the USA, Ireland, Kenya, Spain and Finland. Meet the inspiring startups of the autumn 2025 batch! [...] Apply for Autumn 2026 Batch.

Apply for KSGC 2026, Korea's government-backed global startup program. 18.9K applicants, 449 graduates, 225 Korean entities. Deadline: June 17, 2026.

REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS: DECARBON8-US IMPACT FUND 2026 [...] Accepting Applications from Climate Resilience Companies in Grid, Water, & Food Application Deadline: June 18, 2026 [...] Our 2026 Decarbon8-US Fund is focused on Climate Resilience: Grid, Water, & Food. Climate change is already reshaping where and how people can live, grow food, and access basic resources. As extreme heat, drought, flooding, and storms intensify, protecting access to energy, water, and food is becoming as essential to climate action as reducing emissions. [...] INVESTMENT DETAILS [...] If you’re one of the 2 - 4 selected companies, you have the opportunity to receive: [...] Investment capital of ~$300k in combined funding from Decarbon8-US Fund, E8 Annual Fund, and direct investment by E8 members (Decarbon8-US shows up on your cap table as a single SPV investor to keep it clean). [...] APPLICANT CRITERIA [...] entrepreneurial experience, tenacity, and self-awareness [...] a venture-scale business. [...] Be in Pre-seed to Series A stages of growth financing. [...] Have a funding round (SAFE/priced equity, note) that will accept investments at least through mid October 2026. [...] If you’re a former Decarbon8-US applicant or E8 portfolio company, we encourage you to apply. Our Decarbon8 Screening Committee and expert judges will evaluate your application, specializing in cleantech investing and climate resilience. The criteria used includes climate resilience and impact, problem/solution fit, including competitive advantage, team, traction and go-to-market plan, investment terms and likelihood of returns. [...] TIMELINE [...] May 1 — Applications open. [...] June 18 — Applications close. [...] Late June — Screening Committee selects 12-16 companies for pitch round. [...] Early July — Companies present to the Screening Committee; 6-8 semi-finalists are selected. [...] Mid July — Semi-finalists undergo deeper evaluation; 3-5 finalists are selected. [...] August — Due diligence with finalists. [...] Early September — 2-4 companies are selected for investment by Decarbon8-US Fund. [...] September 17 — Selected companies pitch at the Annual Meeting in Seattle to the full E8 membership for additional co-investment by E8 members. [...] Late September / Early October — E8 Annual Fund votes to invest in selected companies. [...] LEARN MORE & APPLY [...] Apply to Decarbon8-US 2026 here. For more information, contact us at director@e8angels.com. [...] Companies that apply to Decarbon8-US may also be considered for E8's standard funding process, which runs from September to May. Learn more on our website. [...] Decarbon8-US is an impact fund administered by 501(c)(3) Realize Impact that invests donations and grants into early-stage climate companies through equity and debt. Founded by E8 in 2020, the fund has deployed $10.4M in combined philanthropic and personal co-investment. Investors lead screening and diligence alongside sector experts to identify high-potential companies at early stages. Selected companies receive investment from Decarbon8-US and the opportunity to pitch E8's member community for additional capital, including through the E8 Annual Fund.

Four days, 30 people, Northern California.

This six week summer residency offers visual artists the opportunity to be immersed in studio-based research and creative practice, mentored by leading faculty.

The Startmate Accelerator lights a fire underneath your early stage company. Spend 12 weeks laser-focused on setting the foundations for exponential growth.

Where the next generation of transatlantic founders win up to £1.7 million in investment, alongside the connections and momentum that define their next chapter. [...] Founders of the Future is Tech Nation’s flagship international competition for founders aged 25-and-under, built to discover and champion the best young builders from both sides of the Atlantic. It culminates in a live finale at London Tech Week. [...] Founders of the Future is a brand-new competition from London Tech Week built to find them. There’s no shortage of pitch competitions, but almost none are designed specifically for this generation: under-26 founders, with a global stage, real VC investment on the table, and a transatlantic cohort. [...] An independent judging panel will select 6 finalists to pitch live at London Tech Week, Europe’s premier technology festival bringing together 45,000+ attendees from 128 countries and 600+ speakers (recent headline names include Sir Keir Starmer and Jensen Huang). [...] Backed by a network of world-class VCs and angels, finalists will compete for the chance to win up to £1,700,000 in investment. [...] Founders, here’s the journey in four steps: [...] Step 1: Get Nominated / Apply Enter the competition via our application form. [...] Step 2: Evaluation Our expert judging panel reviews the cohort against five criteria: value proposition, competitive advantage, traction, team experience, and potential to scale. [...] Step 3: Get Selected Be chosen as one of 6 finalists for the London Tech Week live finale. [...] Step 4: Win Big Be crowned one of the Founders of the Future winners, taking home up to £1.7m in investment and thousands in perks. [...] 💷 £1.7 million investment opportunity [...] Pitch for investment from some world-class VCs (investment terms below in FAQs) [...] A rare opportunity to be part of a curated cohort spanning the UK/Ireland and the [...] built for founders [...] Tech Week finale [...] Pitch live at Europe’s premier tech festival. Six finalists. One stage. 45,000+ attendees from 128 countries watching. [...] Founder eligibility: Aged 25-and-under on 9th June 2026 [...] Geography: Based in the UK, Ireland or US [...] Stage: Bootstrap to Series A Sector: Sector-agnostic [...] Tech Nation and Founders Forum have a strong track record of discovering and championing the unicorn founders of tomorrow. Our flagship Rising Stars competition has supported startups like Bumble ($14b Nasdaq listing), Wise ($11b LSE listing), DeepMind ($650m Google acquisition), Supercell ($10.2b Tencent acquisition) and many more. [...] There are multiple steps to the competition process and we strongly recommend you save the dates for each stage in case you are selected for the shortlist and/or final. [...] April: Nominations open [...] May 14th: Nominations close [...] End of May: 6 finalists announced [...] June 9th: Live finale at London Tech Week [...] Applicants are judged against five core criteria: value proposition, competitive advantage, current traction, experience of founders and teams, and potential to scale. If you meet the criteria above, we encourage you to apply. [...] No – Founders of the Future is transatlantic. Eligible founders can be based in the UK, Ireland or the US. [...] Finalists receive access to a prize stack worth thousands (credits/perks). Winners receive up to £1.7m in investment.

Tech@NYU's Premier Buildathon. Real Products. Real Opportunities.

Startup Survivor is an innovation program and pitch competition open to McMaster University students and recent alumni.

Introducing the world to bold innovations that are helping to reshape the future.

Investing in the next generation of Berkeley Founders. For students, researchers & alumni. No idea is too early. Accepting rolling applications; the earlier you apply the earlier you get a decision. Applications close on April 12th.

Join the Agentic AI Accelerator by Anthropic and AWS — an exclusive program for early-stage startups to build and scale agentic AI solutions using Claude on Amazon Bedrock, with up to $70K in credits, expert mentorship, and investor access.

Apply to the 2025 SSC summer accelerator - build your startup alongside other Boston College student and alumni founders!

Anthropic Fellows Program for AI safety research: applications open for May & July 2026 [...] Anthropic Fellows Program for AI safety research: applications open for May & July 2026 [...] We’re now opening applications for our next two cohorts, beginning in May and July 2026. [...] Our next cohorts will begin in May and July, and last for four months. [...] How to apply [...] For more details about the application process, and to apply, see here.

The Inventor to Founder Fellowship program offers students, researchers & faculty 13 weeks of intensive support and $10,000 in stipend.

Apply for the 2026 - 2027 NYU Game Center Incubator! - NYU Game Center Skip to main content [...] THE 2026-2027 APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN UNTIL JUNE 5th! [...] Since 2014, the NYU Game Center Incubator has helped transform small independent game projects into polished, launched games. With the help of our faculty as well as a dedicated group of industry advisors, the program provides time, space, guidance and resources to help set teams up for success. This year, the NYU Game Center Incubator is restructuring to increase support for a wider variety of games and a wider variety of end goals, rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach to success. We want to connect teams to the support they need to launch games, start studios, and to build strong game communities. [...] The Incubator is a part-time program that runs from September 2026 – August 2027, starting with in-person workshops and co-working during Autumn, and then switching to remote collaboration platforms for the remainder of the year. [...] Please apply to the upcoming Incubator Cohort using this form. Application is open until June 5th, 11:59pm Eastern Time. [...] Participants of the [...] APPLY HERE

Global multi-stage venture capital firm with a long history of backing enterprise, consumer and healthcare companies.