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PoC Grant 2026
Grant
About
A funding program offering up to €6,000 to support early-stage student- and researcher-driven business ideas, enabling participants to cover living costs and development expenses for their projects. The program encourages collaboration with local higher education institutions and provides a structured review process for funding decisions.
Benefits
- 💰Financial SupportUp to €6,000 per idea/team
- 🏠Living Cost CoverageCan cover 2 months of living costs + PoC development and testing expenses
- 💼Total BudgetTotal budget for 2026 is €30,000 from the City of Turku
Eligibility Criteria
- At least one applicant must be affiliated with a Turku-based higher education institution
- Participation in incubation/acceleration programs is an advantage
- Open to early-stage student- and researcher-driven business ideas
Participation Commitments
- Applications are reviewed by a steering group made up of representatives from Business Turku, Boost Turku, and Monttu Ventures
- Funding decisions are made 2–3 times per year
- Applicants must submit a clear idea and plan
Target Sector
All sectors
Target Location
Turku, Finland
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Business Turku, Boost Turku, Monttu Ventures