Name: Idea Global Akcelerator
Funding organization: HugeTECH
Grant duration: 4 months acceleration with possible extension
Grant frequency: Recurring with multiple rounds
Primary objective: Support startups, micro and small enterprises through tailored acceleration tracks
Geographic scope: Poland and international markets
Grant amount: Up to 400,000 PLN per startup
Significance: Connects startups with investors and business partners
History: Operating since 2016
Eligible entities: Startups, micro and small enterprises per EU regulation (Art. 22, Regulation 651/2014)
Operational duration: Up to 5 years since registration
Must not be publicly listed or have distributed profits
Must hold exclusive intellectual property rights to the innovative project
Geographic requirement: Registered in Poland
Complete or nearly complete teams required
No consortium requirement specified
Five acceleration tracks: Venture Capital, Technology Recipients, Sector-agnostic (closed), Go Global, Poland Prize
Focus sectors: Healthy society, ICT and geoinformation, sustainable energy
Open to other sectors as well
Varying TRL levels from 3 to 9 depending on track
Market and competition analysis required
Quality management system presence or development required
Expected outcomes: Business growth, investment readiness, market expansion
Technical expertise varies by track
Market and competition analysis mandatory
Quality management system required
Exclusive IP rights mandatory
Grant amount up to 400,000 PLN (some tracks up to 200,000 PLN)
No specified matching or co-financing requirements
Financial reporting and audit details not specified
Round IV: 01.04.2025 - 31.08.2025
Round V: 01.09.2025 - 31.12.2025
Round VI: 01.01.2026 - 01.05.2026
Acceleration lasts 4 months with possible extension
Milestones and progress monitored by mentors
Ongoing support during acceleration
Must comply with EU SME definitions and state aid rules (de minimis)
Legal compliance with national and EU laws required
Online application submission
Required documents: Application form, market analysis, IP documentation, team details
Evaluation based on business potential, innovation, team, market readiness
Support available via infoline and expert consultations
Five tailored acceleration tracks for different startup maturity levels
Strong emphasis on innovation and IP ownership
Support for international market entry and foreign startups entering Poland
Networking and mentoring provided
Operating since 2016 supporting innovative startups
Sector focus on healthy society, ICT, sustainable energy
Sector-agnostic track closed after achieving goals