Get CHF 130.000 for your startup

venture kick is a philantropic three stage funding model initiated to support Swiss startups with enough funding to kick-start their entrepreneurial success. Startups can qualify to receive up to CHF 130.000 in start capital. After each individual stage, promising entrepreneurs are also offered professional guidance in developing their business through the 2-day kickers camps. In return, venture kick will gain participation in startups having passed all three stages. All proceeds of any subsequent sale of shares will be reinvested into the promotion of new startup projects.

CHF 10.000 for a brilliant business idea (non repayable grant)

Stage 1: You apply with a vision and a clear idea about how you intend to turn your research project into a sustainable business. 8 projects are selected to present their business ideas in front of a jury - 4 of these startups will enter venture kick and receive CHF 10.000 each. That's a 50% chance of getting through the first stage!

CHF 20.000 for a solid business case (non repayable grant)

Stage 2: During the next 3 months, you will have the time to structure your business idea, target initial customers and strategic partners, collect feedback and work out a convincing investor presentation. You will then present your project again to a panel of experts. 2 out of 4 presented startups will pass this second stage and win CHF 20.000 each, another 50% chance!

CHF 100.000 for a successful startup (investment)

Stage 3: Six months later you are ready for the market. You wrote a convincing business plan, created a team and secured your intellectual property. Now you only need to convince a panel of experts and investors to get the final CHF 100.000 in start capital. Again, 2 out of 4 showcasing startups will receive funding!