Financing for startups
Many entrepreneurs reach a point where they need more than time and commitment, they need capital to take the next step. Do you have an innovative solution that needs testing, validation or further development? Then Dalarna Science Park could be the right partner for you.
We help startups find the right type of capital for their business idea, prepare for meetings with investors and financiers, and explore opportunities for grants, checks and verification funds.
The path to finance starts with the right support
Attracting capital is not just about money. It requires preparation, strategy and a strong network. With us, you get guidance from experienced business coaches, access to investor networks focused on startups, and knowledge of seed capital, equity, loans and different types of government and regional support.
Verification tools - for those who need to test and validate
Verification funding is a financial support with funding from Vinnova, which aims to reduce uncertainty in the early stages of a startup's development. The support can be used to validate the business idea, market, team or strategy with the help of external expertise. Dalarna Science Park is one of the selected incubators in Sweden offering this support.
Please note: Verification funds can only be applied for by startups admitted to Dalarna Science Park's incubator.
Would you like to learn more about how you can become part of the incubator and gain access to these funds? Schedule an initial meeting with us, completely free of charge.
Three tips when raising capital
1. Clarify the problem you are solving
Investors invest in solutions to real problems. Be specific: what is the problem, who has it, and why is it urgent?
2. Build relationships before you need money
Start building your investor network early on. Raising capital will be easier if you have already established trust and understanding for your business idea.
3. Keep track of your strategy, not just your pitch
A strong pitch is important, but investors want to see that you have a well-thought-out strategy for marketing, revenue, and scalability.
Johan Sellner, business coach, financing
Funding opportunities
DalaCapital
A wholly owned subsidiary of Dalarna Science Park that invests in innovative, start-up companies in Dalarna with growth potential.
Tregion Startup Invest
An investment company and angel network run by the incubators Dalarna Dalarna Science Park, BizMaker in Sundsvall and Movexum in Gävle to increase capital access for startups outside the metropolitan regions.
Read more about Tregion Startup Invest
Almi Invest
A government-funded seed funder that works with our incubator to support innovative start-ups with high growth potential in their early stages.
Let's have a first meeting - it's free
Want to know how your idea can grow with the right support and funding? We offer a free introductory meeting where you can meet a business developer and find out if Dalarna Science Park's incubator program is right for you.