The Hague-based Young Startups, a Dutch organisation dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, has launched a new loan initiative aimed at supporting early-stage startup founders across the Netherlands.
The programme offers up to €20,000 per co-founder, providing financial support to young innovators in the country’s startup ecosystem.
Founded in 2024, Young Startups empowers innovators pushing boundaries with comprehensive resources, including funding, events, and partnerships. Emphasising community and collaboration, Young Startups supports entrepreneurs in transforming their ideas into reality.
Partnership with FounderFuel
In a collaborative effort, FounderFuel, an entrepreneurship community, has joined as a community partner, further bolstering the initiative’s impact.
Amsterdam-based FounderFuel is a Dutch network for experienced founders and investors, offering exclusive events and resources to strengthen the startup ecosystem. It aims to foster connections and drive innovation within the entrepreneurial community.
By partnering with Young Startups, FounderFuel adds its expansive community network to the mix, offering not only financial backing but also access to mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs and investors.
This partnership will also provide additional benefits, including the opportunity for participating startups to engage in exclusive events hosted by FounderFuel, where they can connect with other founders and industry leaders.
The combination of capital and networking opportunities is intended to increase the chances of success for these young entrepreneurs, who will have the tools and guidance to navigate the challenges of launching and scaling their businesses.
Interested startups can apply here.
Last month, FounderFuel announced that it will be investing up to €250K in startups across multiple sectors, including HR Tech, SportsTech, Crypto, AI and InsurTech. In February 2024, the firm also launched a new VC fund to empower international founders in the Netherlands.
How was Young born?
Wim de Young, born in 1982 in The Hague, began his entrepreneurial journey early, running various ventures before investing in real estate. This move led to the founding of Young (formerly Venture Group).
With a team of 25+, Wim’s strategic leadership helped drive growth. A reorganisation followed, creating separate entities with dedicated co-founders, establishing Young as an unconventional venture group.
Young is a collective of companies dedicated to breaking barriers in established markets. The group partners with forward-thinking entrepreneurs through a co-venturing model, combining expertise and resources to achieve innovative goals.
Active in industries like real estate, hospitality, and media, Young thrives on bold entrepreneurship and collaboration.
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