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Startup funding this week: international, 2 Nov 2026

This week's startup funding for international: 12 new programs and 10 closing in the next 14 days.

This week at a glance

International startup founders have access to fresh funding resources this week. The updated tracker brings 12 new programs alongside 10 closing opportunities that require immediate action. Founders can browse grants, accelerators, competitions, and specialized growth tracks. Every opportunity listed here supports innovators who want non-dilutive capital or strategic mentorship.

Reviewing the complete list helps teams match their current development stage with relevant eligibility criteria. You can explore each entry to examine target sectors, participating organizations, and specific prize or grant offerings. Filter through the active options to identify strategic matches for your technology roadmap.

New this week

Biz Pitch closes on 4 November 2026. Undergraduate students at the University of Minnesota deliver 90-second pitches to investors and entrepreneurs for cash prizes up to $2,000.

Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge 2027 closes on 1 March 2027. Early-stage founders connected to Queens receive workshops, mentorship, networking opportunities, and category prizes reaching up to $20,000.

GroundWork Open Call closes on 19 November 2026. Farms adopting regenerative livestock grazing across European living labs can access up to 27,000 euros in cascade grant funding and a 36-month experimentation programme.

Student Entrepreneur Grant Scheme (SEGS) closes on 28 April 2027. Unincorporated student founders and early-stage incorporated teams developing urban mobility solutions receive dedicated grant support.

UNITE Open Call 2 for Joint Interregional Projects closes on 10 December 2026. This call provides financial backing for joint interregional digital projects strengthening health equity across designated partner regions in Greece, Italy, Spain, the UK, and Romania.

Edison Awards closes on 15 December 2026. Innovators launching new products and services across multiple sectors compete for global recognition, visibility, and honors through an independent evaluation process.

WIPANO – Patentierung Unternehmen closes on 31 October 2027. Small and medium-sized commercial enterprises in Germany receive public grant funding for patenting activities and intellectual property exploitation.

Eurostars closes on 4 March 2027. Innovative SMEs and startups across member countries access decentralized public grants for collaborative R&D projects developing market-oriented civil applications.

Seraphim x Space Florida Accelerator lists no deadline. Local spacetech startups gain investment readiness through structured workshops, training sessions, and dedicated networking events.

Global Sustainability Challenge 2026-27 closes on 22 November 2026. Student teams working on sustainable energy and resilience solutions receive mentorship, workshops, visibility, and a share of a 35,000+ USD prize pool.

Seraphim x Space Florida Investor Readiness Program lists no deadline. Florida-based space technology startups from pre-seed to Series A receive pitch training, venture capital preparation, and investor access without giving up equity.

The Timothy D. Ryan Summer Entrepreneurship Program lists no deadline. Degree-seeking Caltech students participate in a 10-week summer educational initiative offering stipends and project materials funding to commercialize early-stage prototypes.

Closing in the next 14 days

2026 “$100,000 Start an SUD Startup” Challenge closes on 2 November 2026. Teams exploring biotech startups focused on substance use disorder research can earn six months of product development mentorship and up to $10,000 in cash prizes.

BIO Spark Competition closes on 2 November 2026. Early-stage pharma, biopharma, digital health, and medical device startups worldwide pitch directly to industry leaders to showcase their innovations.

Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA) closes on 2 November 2026. Early-stage startups worldwide receive $150K on a 6% post-money SAFE, mentorship, partner credits, and a Demo Day during a four-month program in New York City.

Groundwork for Growth closes on 2 November 2026. Trading manufacturing and services businesses in Northern Ireland with external sales potential can access up to £15,000 for development along with an export workshop.

ITEA call for projects 2026 closes on 2 November 2026. Startups, SMEs, and research organizations participating in collaborative software innovation projects across member countries obtain national grants or loans.

The Founders Club closes on 2 November 2026. Solo founders and early-stage teams building scalable B2B tech ventures can validate MVPs, find co-founders, and pitch for up to €100,000 in convertible investment.

CodeSupply closes on 3 November 2026. Free and open source projects enhancing software supply chain security through packaging metadata receive grants ranging from 5,000 to 50,000 euros.

Engineering Biology Collaborative R&D: Round 3 closes on 3 November 2026. UK registered businesses leading collaborative industrial research projects in engineering biology can compete for a share of up to £8.5 million in grant funding.

Innovation Voucher Program closes on 3 November 2026. Small businesses in Rhode Island receive research and development vouchers up to $75,000 for internal manufacturing R&D or partnerships with local research institutions.

Next Generation Internet (NGI) Open Calls closes on 3 November 2026. SMEs, academics, non-profits, and individuals developing open source software, hardware, standards, and data can receive grants between 5,000 and 50,000 euro plus support services.

Everything closing soon is on the closing soon page.

By the numbers

The getfund directory currently tracks 215 open opportunities for international founders. Grants represent the largest share of available funding, with 92 active calls currently open. Early-stage businesses and student teams can also participate in 76 competitions. Growth-oriented founders have access to 23 accelerators and 5 incubators across various markets. In addition, 19 specialized support programs remain available for entrepreneurs looking for structured development.

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Frequently asked questions
What programs close earliest on the list?
Multiple opportunities close on 2026-11-02. These include Groundwork for Growth, Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator, BIO Spark Competition, the 2026 “$100,000 Start an SUD Startup” Challenge, ITEA call for projects 2026, and The Founders Club. Applicants should submit their materials promptly.
What types of support are available for international founders?
Founders can access public grants, equity accelerators, university programs, and pitch competitions. Available awards range from non-dilutive grants and vouchers to convertible investments, stipends, and specialized mentorship. Programs cover diverse domains like space technology, healthcare, urban mobility, and software.
How can founders check specific application details before applying?
Applicants should open the individual program page on getfund and follow its official link. The official page contains comprehensive guidelines, required documents, and submission instructions. Reviewing these source requirements ensures that your team meets all eligibility rules.