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Venture Builder
Zinc VC
Zinc
Information last verified: August 2026 · Source: zinc.vc
A London-based venture builder backing founders creating Science-for-Impact startups in health and the environment. As first investor partner, Zinc provides an initial investment of up to £250k plus grant support, and works hands-on with founders through the first year of building a new venture across team, product, commercial and capital, alongside talent, IP and investor networks. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis.
Why this programme
Find customers / partnerships
Venture builder model pairs founders with domain experts who bring direct customer and market access
Raise funding
Up to £250k initial investment plus grant support, with active follow-on support
Build product / validate MVP
12-month full-time programme with structured mission-led venture building methodology
Access to mentors / operators
Deep domain expertise in health and environment sectors
Interested in Zinc VC?
Head to their website for current cohort dates and how to apply.
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