The Grow F program is equity free. Nevertheless, we expect full commitment from our participants. Therefore, we take a commitment fee of €900.

What is more, we take a success fee in the case of successful fundraising from € 300k equity investment onwards. The amount is set at 3% of the total investment sum with a cap of € 20k. This means (for example):

Capital raised € 150k = € 0 success fee
Capital raised € 300k = € 9.000 success fee
Capital raised € 900k = € 20.000 success fee
Capital raised € 1 Mio = € 20.000 success fee

The success fee is taken for the sum of equity investment that is closed within 15 months from the beginning of the program.

There are several exceptions, such as, if you already have investor LOIs when the program starts. Find out everything about it during the application process.

Our program debunks the whole fundraising process and really understanding and mastering this process is the main value of it. This also means that this know-how can and should be used for all other investor negotiations and therefore a successful closing of other investors is also affected by the fee.

In order to maintain the existence of the program we are also dependent on successful alumni. This ensures our fullest support not only during the program but also when it comes to securing support for your fundraising afterwards (intros to investors, pitching opportunities etc.)

Grow F is a hybrid startup program with weekly online workshops and one in-person networking event with carefully selected VC investors in one of Europe’s major startup hubs.

Fund F is an exciting and distinct entity within the Female Founders brand. While it’s not directly tied to the investment readiness program, rest assured that Fund F is closely connected and fully aware of your venture’s potential and progress. In fact, the Fund F team is highly interested in your business and could very well be a potential investor for you.

While there is no obligation for Fund F to invest, we encourage you to explore the incredible opportunities that our Fund presents. Your success is our priority, and we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way!

Yes, usually most startups going into our program already have first fundraising experience eg. with angel investors when joining the program. Our focus is on fundraising from institutional investors (Venture Capital Funds) and preparing you for your upcoming VC round.

The program focuses on the necessary fundraising preparation, allowing you to efficiently manage the process and successfully close the round within weeks after the program.

The program requires about 19 hours of your time in total, with two online sessions per week lasting around 2 hours each.

In-Person Event: 

As the cornerstone of each cohort, we organize an exciting in-person event in one of Europe’s major startup hubs. This two-day event is not only a celebration of your program participation, but also a valuable networking opportunity. We carefully select VC investors to attend based on the specific focus of each cohort. Our aim is to create the perfect match between founders and investors, ensuring the best possible start to your fundraising journey.

Our fundraising workshops are designed to be engaging and interactive, with a strong connection to practical activities. These activities serve as tasks on your fundraising preparation checklist, ensuring you cover all the essential aspects. We have curated these activities based on best practices and provided templates and key resources to make your fundraising preparation as smooth as possible. 

Additionally, you will have the opportunity for individual check-ins with the Female Founders team, offering you extra support and personalized feedback.

Introducing our Fundraising Toolbox – your ultimate companion throughout the fundraising journey. Packed with best practices, key resources, and user-friendly templates, this go-to platform covers all essential activities, from preparation to post-fundraising. Each activity aligns with our weekly sessions, helping you navigate the competitive VC landscape with confidence. Let’s unlock the full potential of your startup together!

Know someone who might be a perfect for Grow F? Fill out our referral form here and we will be in touch with the startup soon! 

We gather a pool of skilled and experienced mentors who are eager to share their knowledge and expertise with our participating startups. Mentors come from diverse backgrounds and industries, bringing a wealth of knowledge in various domains. 

Once we finalize the list of participating startups, we carefully match each startup with a mentor based on the specific challenges they are currently facing. Our goal is to ensure that each startup receives tailored guidance that addresses their most pressing needs. Each startup will be paired with one mentor.

The mentoring relationship will last between 3 to 6 months (beyond the 5 weeks of the program), depending on the availability of the mentor and the needs of the startup.

Yes, you can still apply if you are willing to travel to Europe for our in-person meetup and to connect with European VCs. We have worked with D-corp startups before and it is not a problem per se, just be advised that some VCs might not be interested as they have a strict geographical scope. Furthermore, we can connect you to European based VCs only. 

P.S.: We are considering Europe based companies and not EU based companies, UK based companies are therefore eligible to apply.