Ukrainian veterans who aspire to start their own technology business have a unique opportunity to attract funding and expert support. The domestic IT company SKELAR has announced the launch of the second cohort of the Veteran Venture Program, aimed at supporting entrepreneurial initiatives among former servicemen and women.
This is reported by Finway
Financial support and participant requirements
The total grant fund for this year’s intake amounts to 50 thousand dollars. The best teams can expect investments of up to 20 thousand dollars to launch their own startup or scale an existing technology product.
Veterans and servicewomen who have returned to civilian life and have experience in the IT sector or entrepreneurship are invited to participate. An important condition is the presence of a clear business idea or a team already working on their own project.
- Return to civilian life;
- Experience in the IT sector or entrepreneurship;
- A developed business idea or a formed team for product development.
Special emphasis on artificial intelligence
The main feature of this year’s program is the enhanced focus on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Participants will be taught to apply AI to create innovative products, automate business processes, and implement modern marketing strategies for rapid idea validation in the Ukrainian market.
The educational module of the program includes intensive training covering all key stages of startup creation: from developing a viable business model and the first prototype to preparing the final pitch for investors. Participants will be mentored by specialists and experts with experience in leading international technology companies, including Meta, Google, and Microsoft.
“The program participants will undergo intensive training that includes all key stages of startup creation: from forming a viable business model to developing the first prototype and preparing the final pitch for investors.”
Applications for the Veteran Venture Program can be submitted until May 14, 2026. Training starts on May 21 — one week after the application deadline. Detailed conditions and the registration form are available on the official program website.