Наталя Хандусенко Startup 19 August 2026, 12:25

Startups can join the Ukrainian delegation at TechCrunch in the U.S. How to apply for selection?

The Ukrainian Startup Fund invites Ukrainian startups that already have a product, traction, are starting to enter the US market, or already have their first customers in the American market, to participate in the selection process for the Ukrainian delegation to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.

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TechCrunch Disrupt is one of the world's premier events for startups, investors, and technology leaders. This year, the conference will bring together 10,000+ founders, investors, and technology industry representatives and provide access to 20,000+ professional contacts.

The conference will be held October 13-15, 2026 in San Francisco.

Startups that:

registered and operating in Ukraine;
are at the Seed or Series A stage;
have an annual income of $100,000 or more;
have a working MVP and existing users;
have customers, investors, or potential customers in the United States;
ready to attract investment and scale internationally.

Experience in raising investments from well-known angels or venture capital funds will be an added advantage.

What do selected startups receive?

6 startups:

participation in TechCrunch Disrupt 2026;
participation in side events, meetings with VCs, and visits to companies in the Bay Area;
flight to San Francisco and back.

6 startups:

participation in TechCrunch Disrupt 2026;
participation in side events, meetings with VCs, and visits to companies in the Bay Area;
The flight is not covered.

You can apply through the "Partner Programs" section on the official portal of the Ukrainian Startup Fund (UFS). The deadline for accepting applications is August 30, 2026.

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