VD Accelerator Third Bootcamp

About

The VD Accelerator Third Bootcamp is an accelerator program designed for Ukrainian startups in the defense technology sector, particularly those innovating in drones, offering $60,000 in equity-free funding, comprehensive mentorship, and access to industry experts and government representatives over a one-month hybrid program.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• Each selected team will receive $60,000 in equity-free funding
• 🎓 Mentorship Program
• One month of hybrid (in-person/online) mentoring covering various aspects of business development
• 📈 Business Support
• Training in legal, production, team building, product testing, fundraising, and technical expertise
• 🌐 Network Access
• Connections with government representatives and industry experts

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to startups from Ukraine
• 🏢 Legal Status
• Must be a legally registered company in the defense technology sector
• 💼 Business Stage
• Focused on startups in the defense technology field, particularly related to drones and defense innovations
• 👥 Team Requirements
• Teams should have expertise in defense technology and innovation

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Must attend the hybrid mentoring sessions in Ukraine
• ⏰ Time Commitment
• Commitment to participate in the full duration of the one-month program

Target Region

Open to startups based in Ukraine

Target Sector

Focused on defense technology, particularly drones