Grant for the Development of Veteran-Owned Businesses

About

The VETERAN BUSINESS LAB program offers Ukrainian veterans engaged in entrepreneurship a chance to receive funding and mentorship through a competitive grant process, culminating in a boot camp and business pitch event.

Benefits

• 💰Up to $10,000 — funding for business development projects
• 🧑‍🏫 Individual mentoring support — guidance from experts during and after the program
• 🏢Intensive boot camp — 3-day training in Kyiv or Lviv focusing on business strategies

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a veteran-owned business registered by August 1, 2025
• Must have operated for at least one year by application date
• Business must comply with Ukrainian law and program eligibility requirements

Participation Commitments

• ⏳ Attend a 3-day boot camp — participation in intensive training sessions is mandatory
• 📄 Submit an online application — required documentation must be provided for eligibility verification
• 🏆 Prepare and present a business pitch — selected businesses must pitch their projects to compete for funding

Target Region

Ukraine

Target Sector

Business Development & Entrepreneurship