Ukrainian Startup Fund (USF) has invested a total of $475,000 in 13 Ukrainian pre-seed and seed startups. The final pitch days were held on August 4, 5, and 6 as part of the USF program, supported by the UMAEF grant initiative. Funded projects include SYLA, JobAtlas, Embraces, Josti, and Dots Platform.
- The Ukrainian Startup Fund (USF), established in 2018 by the Minister of Finance and managed since 2023 by the Ministry of Digital Transformation, provides early-stage funding and support to tech startups in Ukraine.
- Since its founding, the fund has received over 7,000 applications, engaged more than 205 experts pro bono, and organized over 330 Ukrainian and international events.
- Through grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000, acceleration programs, and innovation vouchers, USF helps startups develop projects, access training, and participate in international conferences.
- Its programs have expanded to include defense-related and dual-use technology projects, aiming to strengthen Ukraine’s innovation ecosystem.
- The 13 Ukrainian startups that received funding from the USF include:
Grants of $25,000 (7 startups):
- SYLA
- JobAtlas
- Embraces
- ReSelpMe
- Світанок
- Romtos
- ReMind
Grants of $50,000 (6 startups):
- VITA325
- Proste ZNO
- LeadForceTalent
- Cerco.ai
- Josti
- Dots Platform
"The program gave Ukrainian startups the opportunity to present their innovative developments to an expert jury and receive non-repayable funding to conquer new horizons," USF's team, commented on LinkedIn.
