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UNICEF Venture Fund 2026 for Blockchain-based Solutions

🏛 UNICEF Venture Fund 📍 Worldwide 📅 2026
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About this opportunity

Applications are open for the UNICEF Venture Fund 2026, inviting startups developing blockchain-based social good solutions to join its Blockchain Ventures cohort. The fund provides equity-free funding and tailored technical mentorship to early-stage startups from emerging markets, with a focus on open-source technology and projects benefiting children and their communities.

Benefits & funding

Equity-free funding up to US$100,000 plus tailored technical mentorship to support piloting, implementation and measuring impact during a 12-18 month investment period.

Eligibility

Early-stage technology startups registered in UNICEF programme countries, with open-source technology and a prototype from pilots; women-led startups and young founders are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Visit the UNICEF Venture Fund page for more information and the application form.

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