Almi Invest Regional Funds Grant
In context
This call is open to startups, at pre-seed, seed stage and Series A. Funding is an equity investment of Up to $360,000. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Sweden.
Early-stage equity investment programme for Swedish startups in tech, life science, deep tech, industry, and sustainability sectors at pre-seed, seed, and early growth stages. Almi Invest GreenTech co-invests alongside private investors with typical initial cheques of SEK 1–4 million.
About this grant
Almi Invest is Sweden's most active investor in startups, having invested in nearly 1,000 companies since its inception. The organization invests venture capital in innovative startups and growth companies across five focus areas: Tech (digital products, software, technology-driven business models), Life Science (healthcare, medical technology, biotechnology innovations), Deep Tech (research-based innovations with advanced technological capabilities), Industry Solutions (shaping the industry of the future), and Sustainability (innovations contributing to a more sustainable society). Almi Invest operates through regional funds and a national GreenTech Fund, providing not only capital but also expertise, networks, and active ownership support. The organization invests at pre-seed, seed, and early growth stages, typically as a minority shareholder alongside co-investors, with the goal of strengthening companies' ability to grow, compete internationally, and build sustainable businesses.
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Eligibility
Companies must be registered limited companies in Sweden at the pre-seed, seed, or early growth stage with potential to expand beyond Sweden and address a genuine customer problem in a large market. Applicants should have innovative solutions, scalable business models, and teams capable of driving growth. Companies must be open to co-investment alongside other investors. Venture capital from Almi Invest is generally not suitable for consultancy businesses, sole traders, or companies primarily seeking loans.
How it's scored
Applications are evaluated through a structured investment process including: initial submission of pitch, initial meeting with the company and team, analysis phase, due diligence, and final investment decision. Evaluation focuses on the company's innovation potential, scalability of the business model, strength of the management team, market opportunity size, and growth ambitions. Almi Invest acts as an active owner and often takes board seats, contributing capital, experience, and networks to portfolio companies.
Key requirements
- ✓Swedish startup eligible for investment
- ✓Operating in Tech, Life Science, Deep Tech, Industry, or Sustainability sectors
- ✓At pre-seed, seed, or early growth stage
- ✓Willing to accept minority co-investment alongside private investors
Frequently asked questions
- How much funding does Almi Invest GreenTech offer?
- Almi Invest Regional Funds offers up to $360K.
- Who can apply for Almi Invest Regional Funds?
- Eligibility covers organisations in SE; startup. See the eligibility criteria above for the full conditions.
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