UNICEF Venture Fund is Calling on Startups for its Climate Ventures cohort – Up to US$100,000 in Equity-Free Funding @UNICEF Venture Fund

Overview

The UNICEF Venture Fund is inviting startups to apply for its Climate Ventures cohort, aimed at supporting technology solutions that address climate change and children's health.

Eligibility

• Must be a registered company in a UNICEF programme country
• Must have a working prototype
• Must commit to open-source licensing and practices
• Should leverage frontier technologies such as AI, Machine Learning, and Blockchain
• Women-led startups and young founders are strongly encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Up to US$100,000 in equity-free funding
• Access to mentorship and technical support
• Opportunities to scale solutions globally
• Inclusion in a five-year Climate Ventures programme

How to Apply

Eligible startups are encouraged to submit their applications, demonstrating clear impact potential on children’s health, strong technical innovation, alignment with open-source principles, and feasibility in low-resource settings.

Deadline

May 17, 2026

Application URL

Apply here