STARTPLATZ Düsseldorf GmbH

STARTPLATZ is the largest startup hub in North Rhine-Westphalia, with locations in Cologne and Düsseldorf. It offers services such as coworking spaces, office rentals, events, accelerators, and memberships for startups, corporations, and service providers. The hub boasts over 500 million euros in investments in startups, support for over 1,200 startups, and engagement of over 4,000 employees in its startup ecosystem. It hosts more than 300 events annually, including workshops, community events, conferences, and pitch formats, providing opportunities for networking and knowledge expansion. One of the key features of STARTPLATZ is the Gründerstipendium NRW (Founder Scholarship NRW), offering 1,000 euros per month for up to a year to support innovative business ideas and entrepreneurial endeavors. This initiative, supported by the Ministry of Economy, Innovation, Digitalization, and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia, aims to nurture young and aspiring businesses by providing financial support, networking opportunities, and coaching. Eligible applicants include individuals with innovative ideas, those on the brink of starting a business, or those who have launched a startup within the past year. To apply for the Gründerstipendium NRW through the STARTPLATZ network, interested individuals can benefit from access to a wide range of experts and mentors, a Slack workspace with over 2,000 members, internal exchange platforms, networking opportunities with other founders, and participation in group coaching sessions. Applicants are required to actively engage in the STARTPLATZ community, utilize the feedback and exchange resources available, and complete a Community Team Membership. Detailed information on the Gründerstipendium requirements, application process, and FAQs can be found on the STARTPLATZ website. Regular jury sessions are held every two months to review applications and make funding decisions. In conclusion, STARTPLATZ serves as a dynamic startup ecosystem in NRW, providing comprehensive support, resources, and opportunities for entrepreneurs to thrive, grow their ventures, and connect with like-minded individuals in the startup community.