Startup and Founder Support Programme
Startup and Founder Support programme
Status not published
Delivery route in transition following the disestablishment of Callaghan Innovation. The Technology Incubator programme was noted as transferring to a Public Research Organisation while the Startup and Founder Support programme continues under MBIE.
Founder education, incubation and ecosystem support (formerly delivered by Callaghan Innovation, including the Founder Incubator and Technology Incubator arrangements). Primarily in-kind support and access to incubators rather than direct cash grants.
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE)
public · national
Deadline: rolling — Delivery route in transition following the disestablishment of Callaghan Innovation. The Technology Incubator programme was noted as transferring to a Public Research Organisation while the Startup and Founder Support programme continues under MBIE.
This funder does not publish a success rate. We rank it using the rate observed across similar programmes and label it as an estimate rather than implying we know.
Major bid — written case, budget, possibly partners.
Who can apply
- micro enterprises
- Stage: idea, pre_seed, seed
- Locally registered entity required
New Zealand founders and early-stage startups. Delivery arrangements changed with the disestablishment of Callaghan Innovation.
How to apply
- Contact MBIE or a recognised New Zealand incubator to identify the current entry point.
- Apply to the incubator or founder programme.
- Selection and programme participation.
What you will need
- Application form
- Pitch or idea description
- Team details
Source. https://www.callaghaninnovation.govt.nz/stories/the-government-has-announced-that-callaghan-innovation-is-to-be-disestablished/ — checked 2026-08-14 · not human-checked
"Startup and Founder Support programme ... will continue to be funded by MBIE beyond the disestablishment of Callaghan Innovation"