$10,000 Equity-Free Grants for Women Founders 2026

About

An equity-free grant program providing $10,000 in funding for women entrepreneurs, aimed at supporting tech-enabled businesses and fostering growth across various regions. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their ventures and gain global exposure while competing for additional prize money.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  $10,000 equity-free funding (no equity taken)
• 🏆Prize Money
  $5,000 for the winner, $3,000 & $2,000 for runners-up
• 🌍Global Exposure
  Global exposure across emerging and developed markets

Eligibility Criteria

• Women entrepreneurs aged 23-40
• Must have full or 50% ownership of a registered tech-enabled business
• Open to applicants from Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, Latin America, the UK, or the US

Participation Commitments

• Must demonstrate real-world impact, traction, and scalability in the application
• Strong metrics and customer evidence are required
• Application must be submitted via the official application form

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

All sectors