Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland Overview

Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland provides convertible loans ranging from €50,000 to €300,000 to early-stage SMEs and startups in the Province of North Holland. These loans are intended for Proof-of-Concept projects, helping entrepreneurs validate their innovative ideas. The fund was established by the Province of North Holland, UvA Ventures Holding BV, Vrije Universiteit, AMC Ventures Holding BV, HvA Ventures Holding BV, and Sanquin Innovatie BV, with support from the European Regional Development Fund and the RVO. The aim is to foster a thriving innovation ecosystem by offering essential financial resources and strategic support.

Is Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.

Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland

VC Fund

Investment focus

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Product type

  • Hardware
  • Software-enabled hardware
  • Drugs / Pharma

Industries / verticals

  • BioTech & Life Sciences
  • Energy
  • MedTech & Devices
  • Mobility / Transportation
  • PharmaTech
  • Waste Management / Recycling
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Investment role

Lead and follow

Stages

Pre-seed, Seed

First ticket size

€50,000 - €300,000

How to approach funds like Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland

When approaching Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland, founders should clearly articulate the innovative edge and validation potential of their project, emphasizing how the Proof-of-Concept funding will de-risk the technology or business model. Demonstrate a strong connection to the North Holland region and highlight any academic or institutional partnerships, as the fund values ecosystem integration. Be prepared to show a realistic path to technical and market validation within the scope of the loan.

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