🏗️ Venture BuilderHealthtech
Zinc VC Venture Builder
Run by Zinc VC|Backed by British Business Bank (BBB) £28M
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Application deadline
Rolling admissions
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Does your startup fit this programme?
Sign up as a founder and we'll score this against your sector, stage and region — and flag the deadline before it closes.
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Investment
Varies (venture builder model) for ~15% equity
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Cohort
12-month Venture Builder; programme starts Oct-Nov or Apr-May; up to £250k initial investment
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Location
London
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Fund size
£28M BBB-backed
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Instrument
Equity
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Equity
~15%
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What they look for
Mission-driven individuals passionate about solving major social challenges in health, education, or sustainability. No existing company needed — Zinc helps you build one.
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What to expect
6-month venture building program — form team, define problem, build company from scratch with Zinc support
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Team requirements
Individuals with deep sector expertise in health or climate; no business idea required
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Notable alumni
Neurolase, Nascent Therapeutics, KiloGen Therapeutics, Anocis, SignaCor
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Recent news
June 2026 applications open, BBB-backed £28M
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Sectors
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