Startup Boost #3

About

Wallonie Entreprendre's third early-stage investment call offers selected Walloon technology startups under three years old a convertible loan of up to €100,000 plus follow-up, with applications due 03 November 2026.

Benefits

• 💶Up to €100,000 convertible loan
  Selected startups can receive up to €100,000 per project as a convertible loan with standardized and transparent terms.
• 🤝Conditional structured support
  If a selected startup is not yet supported by an incubator or structured program, the investment may be conditional on setting up coaching or structured support.
• 📈Regular follow-up
  Selected startups benefit from regular follow-up, including quarterly exchanges and ongoing interaction with the Wallonie Entreprendre team.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a startup
• Must be less than 3 years old
• Must develop a digital and/or technological innovation
• Must address a clearly identified market need
• Must aim for scalable growth
• Must be led by a team able to execute quickly
• Must have its operating headquarters in the Walloon Region

Target Sector

Agriculture & Food, Defense & Security, Education, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Government & Public Sector, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Retail & Consumer, Semiconductors & Electronics, Sports & Fitness, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Other

Target Location

Applicants must be startups with their operating headquarters in the Walloon Region, Belgium.