Open Business Creators Startup Fund 2026

About

A funding program offering grants to support ambitious founders and early-stage startups, providing financial assistance to help move their business ideas forward. This opportunity is specifically designed for students and recent alumni of The Open University, as well as established startups in their early trading phase.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Five grants of £1,000 for early-stage ideas
• 💰Financial Support
  Three grants of £5,000 for established startups
• 🌐Network Access
  Access to equity-free funding to move your business forward

Eligibility Criteria

• OU students or recent alumni
• Early-stage ideas, prototypes, or concepts
• Established startups registered in the UK and within their first 18 months of trading

Participation Commitments

• Applications close on June 12, 2026
• Q&A Session on May 15, 2026
• Funding decisions announced by June 26, 2026

Target Region

United Kingdom

Target Sector

All sectors