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WE Innovate

WE Innovate

Supports women founders with a focused programme of mentorship and investor readiness for startup growth.

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WE Innovate is Imperial College London's annual six-month female entrepreneurship accelerator, delivered by the Imperial Enterprise Lab, supporting the next generation of women entrepreneurs in developing early-stage ventures through mentorship, masterclasses, and pitch competition. The 2026 cycle is currently in delivery: Phase 1 commenced January 22, 2026; Phase 2 began March 25, 2026; the Grand…

What this grant funds

Sector-agnostic early-stage venture development for female-identifying founders affiliated with Imperial College London, delivered as a six-month accelerator culminating in a pitch competition.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Prize
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£30K
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.imperialenterpriselab.com