Women TechEU
What is Women TechEU?
Women TechEU is an empowering grant funding programme specifically tailored to support and uplift deep-tech, female-led start-ups within the EU and Horizon Europe Associated Countries.
The programme provides a comprehensive range of benefits, including substantial funding, expert business acceleration services, and exclusive access to a multitude of dedicated activities.
It aims to foster the growth and success of women entrepreneurs in the tech industry, driving innovation and creating a more inclusive and thriving ecosystem.
€10m in 2022. The budget for 2024 will be min. €11.25m.
€75k fixed lump sum.
Who can apply for the Women TechEU programme?
To apply, you must:
- Be a female founder or co-founder of an early stage deep-tech start-up and hold a top management position (CEO, CTO or equivalent) in the company.
- Have your company registered and established in an EU Member State or Horizon Europe Associated Country for at least 6 months at the time of submission.
What activities can the Women TechEU programme support?
As an applicant, you have the freedom to determine and specify the activities that are vital for the growth and development of your business. Here are some illustrative examples of activities that can be considered:
- Business model upgrade.
- Update and consolidation of business plan and growth strategy.
- Business model validation.
- Update of financial plan.
- Certifications.
- IP strategy and freedom to operate.
- Commercial plan.
- Market analysis.
- Customer validation and technical/clinical assessment.
- Finding partners and investors.
How to apply for the Women TechEU programme?
The initiative presents an exciting opportunity for aspiring female entrepreneurs to apply and showcase their innovative ideas. To participate, simply submit your application through the EU Funding and Tenders Portal. In 2022, the submission deadline was set for October 4th, 17:00 (CET). While we anticipate the next deadline in 2024, we encourage you to stay updated for the official announcement.
The application process encompasses the following key components, which allow you to present your project with precision and clarity: