Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge 2024 for Startups is Back | €100K Grand Prize

About Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge

The Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge is a renowned international startup competition organized by Hello Tomorrow since 2014. It is uniquely designed to address the needs of early-stage deep-tech startups across all industries.

The Challenge gives deep tech and science-based entrepreneurs around the globe a platform for their projects, providing opportunities for equity-free funding, global visibility, and connections with key players in the deep tech ecosystem.

To date, previous winners and finalists have already raised more than $3 billion in funding

They welcome all deep tech startups. You should be able to fit in at least one of the 10 Global Challenge tracks this year:

Aerospace
Advanced Computing & Electronics

Digital Health & Medical Devices
Energy
Environment & Biodiversity

Food & Agriculture
Industrial Biotech & New Materials
Industry & Machines

Medical Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Sustainable Construction & Infrastructure.

Eligibility

Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge welcome startups that:

Are in the early-stage of development (from not yet incorporated startups up to series A or early commercialization stage).
Are based on a new technology, a scientific discovery or a complex engineering process.
Have a scientific validation of their claim, a proof of concept, a prototype, or are in the process of producing one.

Have a team of at least 2 people.
Are not a subsidiary or spin-off of an existing company.
Foresee an economically viable application on the market within 15 years.

Have the potential to have a strong impact on the industry targeted, and on society or the environment in general.

Benefits of Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge

Connections

Winners get 1-to-1 coaching & personal introductions with potential investors, partners and clients.

Connect with industry experts, investors & fellow entrepreneurs at their Global Summit.
Join a Deep Tech Pioneers community for all-year access to a global network.

Visibility

Receive the Deep Tech Pioneer recognition & get a chance to be featured in our reports and invited to speak at future events.
Pitch or showcase opportunities in front of renowned industry leaders & investors.
Get spotted by international media, with interview opportunities.

Funding

€100K Grand Prize, €25K 2nd prize and €25K pre-VC stage prize – all equity-free, no strings attached.
Advertise your open fundraising to their active international investor network.