Startup Launch Grant

Overview

A first-cheque program for founders with a validated problem, an early prototype and a plan to reach their first users.

Objectives

• Help founders reach a first public release
• Support customer discovery and validation
• Broaden founder access across regions

Eligibility

• Pre-seed stage teams
• Founder must be 18 years or older
• No prior institutional round above $250,000

Requirements

• Problem and solution summary
• Go-to-market plan
• Use of funds

Required Documents

• Pitch deck
• Identity verification
• Budget breakdown

Evaluation Criteria

• Problem clarity30%
• Team30%
• Traction signals25%
• Budget clarity15%

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