The Techstart Proof of Concept Grant Fund is a pre-commercial grant awarding fund. On a competitive basis, the fund supports entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland with grants to explore the viability and commercial potential of an innovative concept. It offers two grant tiers: a Concept Grant (up to £15k) and a Concept Plus Grant (up to £30k), both 100% funded. The program also includes the Female Founders Grant Competition and the Regional Innovation Challenge.
Requisitos
Entrepreneur based in Northern Ireland; competitive application via Concept Grant (up to £15k) or Concept Plus Grant (up to £30k); supports both tech and non-tech ideas; no sectoral restrictions stated; grants paid in arrears upon proof of expenditure; Concept Plus is also offered once per annum via the Female Founders Grant Competition (in partnership with Women in Business NI); regional application calls available for Belfast, North, South and West.