Berliner Startup Stipendium
About This Grant
The Berliner Startup Stipendium is a funding program designed to support early-stage entrepreneurial teams in Berlin. It provides financial support, access to the Startup Incubator Berlin (SIB) infrastructure, and specialized coaching to help founders develop their innovative business ideas before market entry. The program is a collaboration between the Berlin School of Economics and Law (HWR Berlin), the European Social Fund (ESF), and the State of Berlin. Eligible teams (2–3 founders) must have at least a bachelor’s degree, be based in Berlin, and not yet be legally incorporated or economically active. Each team must also work with an HWR professor as a mentor. PS: €2,000 per person per month for 6 months (Plus: €1,000 coaching budget per team, workspace & infrastructure access)