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| # | Programme | Support amount | Provider region | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | .TECH No Excuses FundCash grant | US$10k–100kCompetitive cash grants in three sizes | Multi-region | Prototype → pre-Series A |
| 2 | The Basis FellowshipFellowship grant | US$50kPer selected fellow | Multi-region | Idea → early startup |
| 3 | Thiel FellowshipFellowship grant | US$250kPaid over two years | Multi-region | Idea → early startup |
| 4 | EIC AcceleratorInnovation grant | Below €2.5mGrant-only route; up to 70% of eligible costs | Europe | Research / prototype |
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17 October 2026
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.tech domains
Competitive cash grants in three sizes
For: Builders aged 18+ with a working product before Series A.
Builders aged 18+ with a working product before Series A. Legal-residence exclusions apply; check the official rules.
The primary product must run on a .tech domain. Keep it there for 24 months after payment; an early move can trigger repayment. Domain costs apply.
Official programme page ↗Basis / Orbit
Per selected fellow
For: Independent builders with a portfolio of work in any field.
Portfolio-based applications from individuals in any field. No country restriction or company requirement is published.
Selective personal grant. No equity or reporting required. Payment timing and country-specific payment restrictions are not published.
Official programme page ↗Thiel Foundation
Paid over two years
For: Founders aged 22 or younger, without a university degree.
Individuals aged 22 or younger without a university degree. Applicants worldwide; no relocation required.
Fellows must leave school to accept. No company equity is taken. Selection is individual; meaningful project progress is required.
Official programme page ↗European Innovation Council
Grant-only route; up to 70% of eligible costs
For: Innovative startups and SMEs in the EU or eligible associated countries.
EU or eligible Horizon Europe associated-country startups and SMEs. Third-country applicants must relocate the company before the full proposal.
This preview covers the grant-only route. Short-proposal approval comes first. Applicants cover at least 30% of eligible costs; investment is a separate route.
Official programme page ↗Hong Kong Cyberport
Six-month project; staged payments
For: Early digital ideas with a Hong Kong applicant or company.
Applicants aged 18+. Individuals need a principal applicant with a Hong Kong ID; companies must be incorporated in Hong Kong by admission.
Six-month delivery with interim and final reports. HK$10k on signing, then two HK$45k payments subject to approved progress and completion.
Official programme page ↗Corfo
Growth route maximum; other routes differ
For: Technology founders ready to build or grow from Chile.
International founders can apply. Participation in Chile and route-specific ownership, company age and sales requirements apply.
Co-financing is required and varies by route. The CLP75m ceiling applies to Growth, not every applicant. Applications were closed at the snapshot date.
Official programme page ↗Standard deal; Asia-Pacific: US$120k
A three-month accelerator for early-stage startups.
US$20k through a convertible equity agreement for 5% common ownership, plus US$200k through an uncapped MFN SAFE. Both convert at a priced round of at least US$1m. The SAFE adds further ownership; Asia-Pacific SAFE: US$100k.
Full-time startup commitment expected. Programme location, attendance and application deadlines vary. Corporate restructuring may be required.
Worldwide applicants. US corporation or approved foreign equivalent required for investment; attendance depends on the selected programme.
Official investment terms ↗7% plus additional ownership through a SAFE
A three-month programme for founders building ambitious companies.
US$125k for 7% through one SAFE, plus US$375k on an uncapped MFN SAFE that converts into additional ownership. No participation fee.
In person in San Francisco; founders commit full-time. Corporate restructuring and immigration arrangements may be needed.
Applications from any country, including solo founders. Investment requires a US, Canadian, Cayman or Singapore corporation.
Official investment terms ↗Qatar Development Bank
START: up to US$1.1m; GROW: up to US$5.5m
Investment for technology startups establishing or expanding operations in Qatar.
Government-backed equity programme. Funding follows agreed milestones; exact ownership percentage, valuation and instrument are not publicly confirmed.
Establishing or expanding in Qatar is required. Headline investment is separate from possible licensing, workspace and R&D benefits.
High-growth technology startups launching in Qatar. GROW requires at least three years of operations, financial stability and funding history.
Official investment terms ↗European Innovation Council / EIC Fund
Equity or convertible investment
Patient capital for high-risk technology businesses developing innovations with the potential to create or disrupt markets.
€1m–10m through direct equity or quasi-equity, including convertible loans. Ownership and investment terms follow due diligence; the grant-only route is separate.
Short proposal, full proposal and jury interview precede investment due diligence. Small mid-caps can apply for investment only. Investment is subject to selection and assessment.
Startups and SMEs in EU or eligible Horizon Europe associated countries. Third-country companies must relocate before the full application; UK applicants are eligible only for grants.
Official investment terms ↗Optional investment that converts into stock
A one-week fellowship for technical builders working on side projects and early startups, with optional capital.
Optional US$10k investment at a US$1bn valuation cap, converting into stock at the next priced round. The exact legal instrument is not published; participation without investment is possible.
Mostly virtual, with the final day in San Francisco or New York City. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Travel costs and detailed conversion mechanics are not published.
Technical builders worldwide, including solo applicants, students and employed founders. No existing company, co-founder or age restriction is required.
Official investment terms ↗Hong Kong Cyberport
Co-investment for eligible Cyberport companies
Growth investment for scalable digital technology businesses operating in Hong Kong and connected to the Cyberport community.
HK$1m–20m cumulative investment per new investee. Official applicant guidelines require total CMF equity to remain below 20% after investment throughout the company’s life cycle.
A lead investor’s term sheet is required. Investment committee approval and due diligence apply; use the programme page or [email protected] for the current application route.
Hong Kong-based digital technology companies that are Cyberport programme participants or graduates, Smart-Space companies, or office tenants.
Official investment terms ↗Amounts and eligibility vary by opportunity. Investor offers involve equity or convertible investment and sit outside the 495 equity-free programme count.
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Checked 17 October 2026. A dated research snapshot. Some programmes are between intakes or provide services rather than cash. Always check the linked current terms.
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No. The main list covers equity-free grants, reimbursements, vouchers, incubators and accelerators. Some programmes provide services or mentoring rather than cash. Each row explains what you actually receive, what you must pay and whether applications are open. Investor opportunities are labelled separately.
US$1bn+ combines published allocations from 48 programmes with usable budget figures, converted with ECB rates dated 16 October 2026. It includes multiple years and closed intakes, rather than a live balance of money available. A$10k–50m shows grant examples from Australia’s Defence Industry Development Grants and Safeguard Transformation Stream; eligibility and co-funding apply. The database also includes smaller awards. The country count means 195 countries researched, with eligibility determined by each programme.
It depends on the programme. Provider region helps you explore the list; the country and residence requirements in each row determine eligibility. Some accept international founders, while others require a local company, residence, ownership or relocation.
The database was checked on 17 October 2026. Some listed programmes have closed applications or have announced a later intake. This is a one-off research snapshot, not a live feed. Always confirm current availability and terms on the linked official page before applying.
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