€200k up for grabs for impact startups improving mental health

After a first edition in 2024, the NN Social Innovation Startup Award is back. The award, which is a collaboration between Dutch financial services company NN Group and impact venture fund Rubio Impact Ventures, will see early-stage startups pitching their tech-driven solutions to improve well-being in Europe.

The winning startup will receive €100,000, from a total €200,000 grant. Winners also gain access to a year-long venture development programme, combining mentoring, investor readiness support, and a powerful mission-aligned network.