Applications are now open for theĀ 2025 Aurora Tech Award.Ā A worldwide prize for women founders of tech startups created and supported byĀ inDrive.

Requirements:

To participate, your startup is required to.

  • Be founded or co-founded and led by a woman
  • Have a functional prototype of a product
  • Fit in the investment limit of $4 million in funding, including the seed round
  • Be less than 5 years old

Benefits

  • $85 000 prizeĀ fund: Providing financial support forĀ theĀ TopĀ 5Ā winners
  • Professional insights: Developing a strong educational program forĀ the applicants
  • Networking opportunities: Building a community forĀ womenĀ inĀ IT

Cash prizes for an extended winners list

  • First prize: $30 000
  • Second prize: $20 000
  • Third prize: $15 000
  • Fourth prize: $10 000
  • Fifth prize: $10 000

Application Timeline:

  • 02.09.2024: Open call start
  • 21.11.2024: Open call end
  • Pre-selection process
  • Longlist announcement: 20.12.2024
  • Middle list announcement: 20.01.2025
  • Shortlist announcement: 26.02.2025
  • Winners announcement: Spring 2025
  • Mentorship program for finalists: Spring 2025

For More Information,

Visit the Official Webpage

Application Deadline: November 21st, 2024.