On March 24, 2026, the pitch event Female Funding ’26 will take place, this time for the first time as part of the new “Wo//men Investors Alliance”. The online matching brings ambitious female founders from beyond the Munich startup scene together with investors from the entire German angel and startup ecosystem. Applications for one of ten exclusive pitch slots are now open.
The event is aimed at founder teams actively developing their startups and looking to attract investors for growth. Ten selected teams will present their business ideas to a community of experienced business angels. Investors receive curated insights into innovative, scalable business models and have the opportunity to engage in direct conversations.
Application period until February 26, 2026
Founder teams can apply for Female Funding ’26 until February 26, 2026. Requirements include a clearly recognizable business model, growth potential, and the motivation to actively network with investors. Participation offers startups the chance to receive feedback from experienced angels, meet potential investors, and present themselves in a professional setting. The event aims to enable concrete investment conversations and foster long-term relationships between startups and business angels.
Wo//men Investors Alliance for more diversity in the ecosystem
Female Funding ’26 is part of the new “Wo//men Investors Alliance”, an initiative aimed at making greater diversity and female perspectives visible in the German startup and investment landscape. More than ten organizations from the angel, startup, and innovation sectors are part of the alliance. By pooling their networks, a platform is created that connects female founders and investors across organizational boundaries.
Apply now, pitch, and get started: Applications are open until February 26, 2026. The event takes place online on March 24, 2026. More information is available here.
