UpGreyed Her 2026: $10,000 Grant for Women Founders
Equity-free grants of $5,000, $3,000, and $2,000 for three women-led tech-enabled businesses in Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Latin America, Europe, UK, or US. Must be 23-40 with a business operating for 3+ years.
About This Opportunity
UpGreyed Her is Grey's annual initiative awarding equity-free grants to women founders of tech-enabled businesses. The 2026 edition splits $10,000 across three winners: $5,000 for first place, $3,000 for second, and $2,000 for third. It prioritizes founders who already have traction and can use capital for concrete growth moves.
Applications are open from March 18 to April 20, 2026. A panel of experienced female judges evaluates applications based on business viability, innovation, and impact.
What You Get
- Non-dilutive grant funding (no equity taken)
- Recognition through Grey's platform and media coverage
- Evaluation by a panel of well-known female judges in business and tech
Eligibility
- Women founders aged 23 to 40
- Founder or co-founder with at least 50% ownership
- Tech-enabled, for-profit business that has been operating for a minimum of 3 years
- Citizen or resident of an eligible country in Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, Latin America, the UK, or the US
- Business must be in an eligible industry (AI, IT, transportation, logistics, agriculture, education, healthcare, construction, energy, or manufacturing)
How to Apply
Submit through grey.co/upgreyedher before 9 AM Pacific Time on April 20, 2026. Prepare proof of business age, traction metrics, and a clear plan for grant use. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to submit a video pitch and attend a brief interview.