Looking for Funding? – Support Services for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
For every phase of the startup process, there are tailored funding opportunities to support you on your journey. We assist you in finding the right program and, if needed, connect you with funding institutions or network partners. On this page, you'll find a concise overview of our university-based and external funding options. Get in touch with us to identify the perfect funding opportunity for your project!
The 6-month startup program »neudeli Fellowship« enables students, staff and alumni of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar to further develop technology-oriented, social or creative business ideas. The »neudeli Fellowship« offers a material budget of up to €2,500, a structured workshop program, networking opportunities with experts, and the option to count it as a Bauhaus.Module (6 ECTS).
With »neudeli Boost« the startup hub supports founders with advanced projects for up to three months through a scholarship, prototype budget and individual coaching sessions. The goal of this support is to provide founders with the necessary space to either prepare an application for a startup-related funding program (e.g., the EXIST Startup Grant) or to strategically approach market entry.
The Thuringian Startup Grant offers prospective founders in the pre-startup phase a monthly subsidy of €2,500 to €3,500 for securing their livelihood. The prerequisite is an innovative project with a planned establishment in Thuringia. The neudeli team provides support, particularly with the application process and the creation of the business plan.
The EXIST Startup Grant (BMWK) supports students, graduates and researchers in advancing innovative, technology-oriented startup ideas. With up to €3,000 per month and a material budget, it provides financial security, coaching and assistance with market entry. Applications are submitted through the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, with the neudeli team supporting founders throughout the preparation process and the entire funding period.
The EXIST Research Transfer program (BMWK) supports outstanding research oriented projects that involve expensive and high-risk resource development in two phases: Phase I focuses on further developing research results and creating a business plan. Phase II emphasizes establishing the company, market entry and preparing for external financing. Applications are submitted through the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar. The neudeli team provides comprehensive support to researchers—both during the application preparation and throughout the entire funding period.