The UNICEF Venture Fund is offering up to $100,000 in equity-free funding to early-stage, for-profit female-led startups using AI, data science, and blockchain to address challenges faced by women and girls.
Program Overview
- Host: UNICEF
- Funding Type: Equity-Free Grant
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Funding Amount: Up to $100K
- No IELTS Required
- Application Deadline: May 8, 2025
Who Can Apply?
This funding opportunity is for early-stage, for-profit startups that leverage frontier technologies to:
✔ Improve health outcomes for women and girls (e.g., digital health, AI-powered maternal care)
✔ Address gender-specific challenges (e.g., gender data gap, accessibility for marginalized communities)
✔ Empower women economically (e.g., financial inclusion, access to education & job opportunities)
Benefits of UNICEF $100K Grant
✔ Equity-Free Funding: Up to $100,000 per startup
✔ Global Recognition: Work with UNICEF experts & investors
✔ Technology Support: Access to UNICEF’s innovation network
✔ Social Impact: Scale solutions that benefit women & girls worldwide
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
1️⃣ Visit the official UNICEF application page
2️⃣ Submit a detailed proposal explaining your tech-driven solution
3️⃣ Highlight social impact, feasibility, and scalability of your project
4️⃣ Ensure your business model is sustainable and aligns with UNICEF’s mission
📅 Application Deadline: May 8, 2025
Why Apply for the UNICEF Venture Fund?
✔ No need to give up equity in your startup
✔ Support for innovative, women-focused tech solutions
✔ Direct funding to scale impact-driven startups
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