Funder: VentureWell
Due Dates: April 28, 2026 (Summer 2026) | September 29, 2026 (Winter 2027) | January 25, 2027 (Spring 2027)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per team across two phases (Pioneer: $5,000; Propel: $20,000); over $800,000 awarded annually in total.
Summary: Supports student-led teams developing ocean-focused innovations in the blue economy, providing funding, training, and mentorship to accelerate commercialization.
Key Information: Open only to student teams from U.S.-based colleges/universities; institutional VentureWell membership required for full application.