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SEED Programme

Last updated: 4 March 2026

Description

SEED is a six month co-ideation programme with HKU iDendron and HKSTP for early-stage startup projects in any discipline or industrial sector. Awardees will have an opportunity to receive entrepreneurship training and HK$100k seed funding, as well as other business and startup support. SEED is a perfect programme for entrepreneurs to trial out their ideas and develop real-world business proposals.

Key details

Max amount per application: HK$100,000
Grant type: Seed Funding,Cash grant with initial payment,"In-kind subsidy (equipment, training, etc.)"
Application submission type: Deadline
Max programme duration: 6 months
Expected processing time: 2 months

Eligibility

Areas of focus

Startup Related

Grant conditions & requirements

Applicants can apply as individuals or teams. The principal applicant shall be a HKU current student (full-time / part-time), staff, or alumnus aged 18 or above by the time of application. HKU members altogether shall have 30% or more ownership of the business at the application date. If the team has been registered as a company, it shall have its business incorporation in HK in less than two (2) years by the application date and must not be subjected to any bankruptcy orders or proceedings.

Funder

Co-organisation: HKSTP
Type of funder: Government

Contact

idendron@hku.hk 3910 2495

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