Emergent Ventures
Review when idea, pre-seed, research teams in generalist, social impact, deep tech match global eligibility for non-dilutive funding or grant support.
Terms
Not stated on official page; typically $10K–$50K; range from a few hundred to ~$100K depending on project
0% (non-dilutive grants only)
Grants administered personally by Tyler Cowen
Founder fit
Anyone 13+ with a zero-to-one idea improving society.
No company required; grants to individuals or projects.
Global, with explicit geo-tracks for India, Africa, Caribbean, Ukraine.
Low.
Verification note
Official Mercatus page confirmed live with 'Apply Now' linking to the grant application form. Form is fully functional and accepts applications from anyone 13+ globally. Tyler Cowen administers the program. Geo-tracks for India, Africa, Caribbean, Ukraine confirmed active. Budget field on form states 'There is NO typical grant range or average award amount — funding is project specific.' Fast Grants (COVID spin-off) noted as separate from EV.
Source quality: official Mercatus program page plus live grant application form. Status confidence: high.