Bootstrap & Seedstrap Program: Build Lean. Stay in Control.

A 9-month online program for B2B and B2C startups that want to grow through revenue, public funding, or a one-time financing round. 

You benefit from: 

• Bootstrapping & Seedstrapping Playbooks for profitable, sustainable growth 

• 1:1 Coaching & Expert Sessions with successful bootstrapped founders

• Community of Bootstrapped Founders for sparring and exchange 

• Public Funding & Investor Network for strategic financing 

• Global Network through the de:hub Initiative with access to international tech events 

Ideal for: 

B2B and B2C startups from Germany, industry-agnostic, with an MVP, initial traction, and both tech and sales expertise in the founding team. 

Our shared success model:

• 100% Equity-Free: You retain full ownership of your shares. 

• Fair Success Fee: A fee only applies if you successfully raise capital, and it is measured based on your revenue.

• Brandenburg Bonus: Startups from Brandenburg receive a one-time free place in the program. 

Application process:

1. Apply via our online form. 

2. If you are shortlisted, you will have a 60-minute interview with our team. 

3. Start in one of three yearly cohorts (March, July, November).