Wiesbaden start-up prize "StartAward"
The StartAward is the start-up prize of the state capital Wiesbaden. It will enter the next round in 2026 and is aimed at courageous founders with innovative and novel ideas. In addition to prize money, there is support through visibility and access to a strong start-up network.
Your four steps to the award
- Starting now: Sign up and never miss an update
- June 10–August 15, 2026: Submit your application
- September 15–16, 2026: Semifinals with a jury pitch to select the finalists
- October 27, 2026: Finals with a festive awards ceremony in the Tattersaal
Categories 2026
Main category
Foundation in Wiesbaden
Endowed with up to 10,000 euros
Ready to go
Start-ups from the university
Endowed with up to 1,500 euros
Special price
Female Founders
Endowed with 5,000 euros
This is what our award-winning companies say in 2024:
Partners & Sponsors 2026
Review StartAward 2024
Contact us
Department for Economy and Employment
Address
65183 Wiesbaden
Postal address
65029 Wiesbaden
Arrival
Notes on public transport
Public transportation: Bus stop Dern'sches Gelände, Luisenplatz and Wilhelmstraße; bus lines 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 30, 36, 45, 46, 47, 48, 262.
Telephone
- +49 611 313131
- +49 611 313922
Opening hours
The department can be reached by telephone from Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the number given in the contact field. It is recommended that you make an appointment in advance.