The Aurora Tech Award Open Call 2025
The Aurora Tech Award is the only startup award exclusively for female tech founders in emerging markets. We back the boldest female founders with a best-in-class blend of capital, connection, and community they can’t find anywhere else.
With an industry-leading network of experts and investors, and US$85,000 in non-dilutive prize fund for the three winning startups, the Aurora Tech Award is pioneering a new paradigm for supporting and investing in tomorrow’s tech success stories.
With an industry-leading network of experts and investors, and a US$85,000 non-dilutive prize fund for the three winning startups, the Aurora Tech Award is pioneering a new paradigm for supporting and investing in tomorrow’s tech success stories.
The 2025 global open call is now live — your chance to write the next one.
Who We’re Backing
Female-founded or co-founded tech startups that are:
- Based in emerging markets
- 5 years or younger
- With a product or functional prototype
- With less than US$6M raised
What’s on the Table
- Tailored support, resources, and introductions for your unique business journey
- Up to US$50,000 in non-dilutive funding to catapult your venture to the next level
- An industry-leading network of investors and experts ready to offer mentorship and feedback
- Visibility and profile-raising opportunities through our global platform, widening your business’s reach
How It Works
- Apply online by November 12, 2025
- Top 100 startups receive evaluation and feedback from Aurora’s global VC partners
- Top 30 semi-finalists pitch live to investors and inDrive leadership
- 10 finalists join mentorship and networking programs
- 3 winners receive a total of US$85,000 in non-dilutive funds
Key Dates
Application deadline: November 12, 2025
Finals & winners announced: Early 2026