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IGP fördert Cross-Innovationen von Unternehmen
The IGP is supporting joint innovation projects by startups and companies in the current round. Participation applications can be submitted until August 20.
4C Accelerator sucht Medtech-Startups für Batch #12
The 4C Accelerator is launching its twelfth round: Until August 3, 2026, medtech startups can apply for the funding program. Participants can expect a combination of workshops and individual coaching with a focus on regulatory requirements and market entry.
Bewerbungsphase für den Munich Impact Incubator läuft
Until the end of July, you can apply for the Munich Impact Incubator for the program cohort running from October 2026 to February 2027. Find out what you need to do here.
KfW Capital zeichnet InvestorInnen aus
Usually startups receive the awards, but the KfW Capital Award shifts the focus to the other side of the ecosystem: venture capital investors and VC actors.
UnternehmerTUM benennt Xplore und Xpreneurs um
Xplore and Xpreneurs are becoming the UnternehmerTUM Incubator and Accelerator. At the same time, application phases for the new deeptech batches are starting.
Bis zu 1,65 Millionen Euro für Biotech im All: Sprind startet neue Challenge
The German Federal Agency for Leap Innovations (Sprind) has launched the Orbital BioWorks Challenge and provides European teams with up to 1.65 million euros in non-dilutive funding for the development of biotech and pharmaceutical applications in weightlessness. The application deadline is July 3, 2026.
Münchner Gründerpreis 2026 sucht BewerberInnen
The Munich Founder Prize 2026 of Stadtsparkasse München recognizes startups and growth companies. Applications for both categories are possible until August 2.
Munich Startup bringt Startups zur Slush 2026
Think ahead to autumn now: we are once again taking four Munich startups to Slush 2026 in Helsinki. Applications for the package including entry, logo placement at the joint stand, and invitation to the side event are possible until August 16.
Smart Country Startup Award 2026 startet
The Smart Country Startup Award 2026 is seeking innovative govtech and smart city startups. Applications for the competition are possible until August 31.
Exportpreis Bayern 2026 sucht Export-Champions
The Export Prize Bavaria 2026 recognizes successful medium-sized companies from the Free State. Applications for the renowned business award are possible until July 31.
Mit Munich Startup zum eigenen Verkaufsstand beim Kinoliebe Open Air 2026
Munich Startup brings you right to Königsplatz in summer 2026. As part of Kinoliebe Open Air, an exclusive presentation and sales area is being awarded. Here’s how you can apply.
Women Startup Award 2026: Jetzt bewerben!
The Women Startup Award 2026 is once again looking for early-stage tech founders from Bavaria. Applications are open until June 15. Prize money, coaching, and strong networks await.