Santander X UK Awards 2024 for Innovators and Startups
We’re excited to share an incredible opportunity we’ve identified for early-stage startups and innovative entrepreneurs across the UK. The Santander X UK Awards 2024 has been launched, offering the chance to secure up to £25,000 of equity-free funding and comprehensive business support.
Competition Overview
The Santander X UK Awards, now in its 14th year, is one of the UK’s most prestigious annual entrepreneurship competitions. It brings together the most innovative emerging businesses to compete for their share of £100,000 in funding. Since its inception, the program has supported thousands of early-stage entrepreneurs and awarded over £1 million in funding.
Key Dates:
- Stage One Application Window: 22 May 2024 – 16 July 2024
- Stage One Shortlisting: 16 July 2024 – 31 July 2024
- Stage Two Application Window: 31 July 2024 – 16 August 2024
- Successful Applicants Informed: 6 September 2024
Categories:
- University Category: For university-linked emerging businesses preparing their go-to-market strategy. This includes students, alumni (graduated within the last five years), and university employees.
- Startup Category: Open to incorporated and growing UK businesses looking to scale.
Prizes:
- University Category:
- 1st place: £15,000
- 2nd place: £10,000
- 3rd place: £5,000
- 4th-6th place: £2,500 each
- Startup Category:
- 1st place: £25,000
- 2nd place: £15,000
- 3rd place: £10,000
- 4th-6th place: £2,500 each
The winners will also represent the UK in the Santander X Global Awards, competing against the best startups from Europe and Latin America for further recognition and funding.
Last year’s final featured high-profile judges, including musician and investor Tinie Tempah, former Olympic gold medallist and entrepreneur Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill, and Dragon’s Den star Sam Jones. Winners included innovative startups like Intotum, RREACT, Natantis, Lambda Agri, ACT Medical, and Snowball Community Ltd.
How to Apply: For more information on eligibility criteria and to submit your application, visit the Santander X UK Awards 2024 website. Applications close on 16 July 2024.
