The Google for Startups Ukraine Support Fund has selected 24 Ukrainian startups to receive up to $100,000 each in equity-free funding. Announced on September 27 at the Lviv IT Arena, this marks the second cohort of beneficiaries from the fund. Managed by the 1991 Accelerator, the program aims to empower Ukrainian entrepreneurs, strengthen the startup community, and contribute to the country's post-war economic recovery.
Program Overview
- Total Startups Selected So Far: 33 out of 100
- Application Deadline for Next Stage: November 17, 2024
- Additional Support:
- Ongoing Mentorship from Google and 1991 Accelerator experts
- Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits for scaling operations
Second Cohort Startups
The selected startups represent a diverse range of industries and innovative solutions:
- Ability.ai: Marketing platform powered by AI agents.
- Artellence: AI technologies for advanced OSINT tasks using big data.
- Claspo: Platform for creating custom website widgets and forms.
- Connectivity.one: AI-driven customer support and sales platform for enterprises.
- CONSOLID.AI: AI-based platform optimizing supply chain logistics.
- Elomia Health: AI solutions for mental health care.
- Finmap: Management accounting platform for modern businesses.
- Hideez: Passwordless employee identification combining digital and physical access.
- INPUT SOFT: Web platform managing airport and airline operations.
- Jetbeep: Provider of autonomous mailbox technology and operator networks.
- JustSpeak AI: AI-powered English language tutor.
- LetsData: AI solution protecting against information operations and disinformation.
- Mantis Analytics: Real-time AI monitoring of media and social networks.
- Medvoice: Educational platform for medical professionals.
- Mssg.me: Mobile website builder.
- Noty.ai: AI assistant for task management for knowledge workers.
- Obimy: App for tactile communication between close individuals.
- Osavul: AI-based system defending against informational threats.
- Pibox: Collaborative platform for audio, video, and creative content.
- PROFEED: AI-powered system for animal feeding management on farms.
- Revisior: Comprehensive feedback system managing client experiences.
- S.Lab: Eco-friendly industrial-scale packaging solutions.
- Traces AI: Generative AI for video analysis in security.
- Verba: App for generating subtitles with customizable styles.
About the Google for Startups Ukraine Support Fund
The fund is dedicated to:
- Providing Equity-Free Financing: Up to $100,000 per startup without taking equity.
- Supporting Economic Recovery: Aiding post-war rebuilding through innovation.
- Strengthening the Startup Ecosystem: Fostering a collaborative community of entrepreneurs.
1991 Accelerator, Ukraine's first and largest startup accelerator, manages the fund and provides mentorship and resources to the selected startups.
Application Information
- Total Startups to be Selected: 100
- Next Application Deadline: November 17, 2024
- How to Apply: Startups can submit applications through the official program channels.
Impact on Ukraine's Innovation Landscape
This initiative plays a crucial role in:
- Fostering Innovation: Encouraging development in AI, healthcare, agriculture, and more.
- Economic Growth: Supporting startups contributes to job creation and economic diversification.
- Global Integration: Helping Ukrainian startups compete on an international stage.
The announcement of the second cohort signifies a robust commitment from Google and the 1991 Accelerator to nurture Ukrainian innovation. By empowering startups with funding and expertise, the program is a catalyst for technological advancement and economic resilience in Ukraine.
