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ActiveUNICEF Office of Innovation · 2026

UNICEF Venture Fund (Equity-Free Funding Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions)

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Agency: UNICEF Office of Innovation
Funding: Up to US$100K
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Early-stage, for-profit startups (registered in a UNICEF program country) leveraging frontier technologies (AI, data science, blockchain) to improve health outcomes, economic participation, or access to essential services for women and girls. Must have a functional prototype and be committed to Open Source licensing. Women-led startups and young founders are encouraged.

About This Grant

UNICEF Venture Fund (Equity-Free Funding Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions) is sponsored by UNICEF Office of Innovation. The UNICEF Venture Fund seeks applications from start-ups developing cutting-edge tech solutions to improve access to quality health care and services, and ensuring socio-economic participation of women and girls.

They offer equity-free funding to early-stage, for-profit startups leveraging frontier technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and data science for social impact. Applications are open to startups in low- and middle-income economies developing Open Source technology.

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Eligibility Requirements

Early-stage, for-profit startups (registered in a UNICEF program country) leveraging frontier technologies (AI, data science, blockchain) to improve health outcomes, economic participation, or access to essential services for women and girls. Must have a functional prototype and be committed to Open Source licensing. Women-led startups and young founders are encouraged.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for UNICEF Venture Fund (Equity-Free Funding Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-stage, for-profit startups (registered in a UNICEF program country) leveraging frontier technologies (AI, data science, blockchain) to improve health outcomes, economic participation, or access to essential services for women and girls. Must have a functional prototype and be committed to Open Source licensing. Women-led startups and young founders are encouraged. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does UNICEF Venture Fund (Equity-Free Funding Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions) offer?

The current listing shows up to US$100K. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds UNICEF Venture Fund (Equity-Free Funding Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions)?

UNICEF Venture Fund (Equity-Free Funding Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions) is funded by UNICEF Office of Innovation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for UNICEF Venture Fund (Equity-Free Funding Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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