Investment
Bridging Ukrainian Startups with UK Venture Capital scene
The Investment component of the UK–Ukraine TechBridge fosters mutual growth and trade between both countries’ tech ecosystems. Explore our projects and engagement opportunities below.
Investment Accelerator
The UK–Ukraine TechBridge Investment Accelerator is a 3-month, equity-free program implemented by 1991 Ventures, designed to help high-potential Ukrainian startups prepare for scaling to the UK and their next fundraising round.
Expression of interest now open
Traction Highlights
10 Weeks to Get Investor-Ready
Mentorship and expert support
Each startup is matched with a UK-based “buddy mentor” experienced in venture capital & fundraising, scaling in the UK market. The 10-week online programme includes expert lectures, masterclasses, workshops, and office hours hosted by British VCs.
Fundraising support
Within the programme we facilitate curated investor Speed-Datings, one-on-one VC meetings, live pitch sessions, and warm intros to support startups’ fundraising in the UK.
Bootcamp in London
Selected startups are invited to join an intensive in-person bootcamp in London, a week filled with meetings with VC funds, local experts of startup ecosystem, followed by a Demo Day at London Tech Week.
Startups Portfolio
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Demo Day
Mentors
UK-Ukraine TechBridge Investment Accelerator 2025 is being implemented by 1991 Ventures with the support of the UK Government and the Ministry of Digital Transformation. Acceleration Partner – Ukrainian Startup Fund.
Contact 1991: i@1991.vc
Сontact UK-Ukraine TechBridge: techbridge@businessandtrade.gov.uk





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