Funding Opportunities

Seedstars World – Global Startup Competition

Funder: Seedstars
Description: High-potential startups from emerging markets can compete for USD 500,000 in equity investment and mentorship opportunities.

Deadline: 15 April 2026
Link: https://www.seedstars.com/competition

P4G Partnership Opportunity – Advancing Green Growth

Funder: Partnering for Green Growth (P4G)
Description: Organizations and startups can apply for funding and technical support to implement sustainable projects in emerging economies.

Deadline: 31 January 2026
Link: https://p4gpartnerships.org/call-for-partnerships

SDG Innovation Challenge – Driving Solutions for the Global Goals

Funder: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Description: Innovators addressing SDGs can compete for funding, mentorship, and exposure to international partners.

Deadline: 20 March 2026
Link: https://www.sdginnovationchallenge.org

Her Startup Program – Empowering African Female Entrepreneurs

Funder: Her Startup Initiative
Description: Female-led ventures across Africa can apply for mentorship, networking, and support to scale their businesses.

Deadline: 15 March 2026
Link: https://www.herstartup.org/apply

Westerwelle Young Founders Programme 2024

Funder: Westerwelle Foundation
Description: Early-stage African entrepreneurs can join a fully funded acceleration programme with mentorship, training, and funding opportunities.

Deadline: 31 March 2026
Link: https://www.westerwelle-foundation.de/en/young-founders

iF Social Impact Prize – Rewarding Purpose-Driven Innovation

Funder: iF International Design Forum
Description: Social innovators can submit projects that positively impact communities and win international recognition and mentorship.

Deadline: 28 February 2026
Link: https://www.ifworlddesignguide.com/social-impact-prize