About Leapfrogs

Leapfrogs: Elevate Your Business Project to the Next Level

Funding Opportunity

Leapfrogs offers a unique opportunity for financial support, specifically designed to help you advance your business project. If you have moved beyond the initial idea stage and are ready to verify and scale your concept, Leapfrogs is here to assist!

What We Offer

• A grant of 40,000 SEK for dedicated work on your business project from June to August.
• Comprehensive support in business development tailored to the projects.
• Interactive workshops and guest speakers focusing on advanced aspects crucial for your project's success.
• Access to an invaluable network of professionals and peers.

Our Philosophy

At Leapfrogs, we aim to support projects that are ready to validate and refine their business concepts. We focus on assisting you in minimizing risks and assessing your project's potential and customer needs. While it's acceptable and encouraged  to encounter challenges during this phase, our goal is to help you navigate them effectively, paving the way for a successful venture.

Eligibility

Leapfrogs is open to students from the following institutions:

• Lund University
• Kristianstad University
• Blekinge Institute of Technology

Special Focus: Sustainability Leapfrogs for Lund University Students

If your project aims to address global societal challenges and create long-term, measurable sustainability impacts, consider applying for the Sustainability Leapfrogs.

• Exclusive to Lund University students, this program provides additional support for sustainability-focused projects.
• The Sustainability Leapfrogs follows the same structure as the standard Leapfrogs program but places extra emphasis on sustainability in its criteria.
• Application process and obligations are similar, with added focus on sustainability objectives.
• For detailed information on obligations and criteria, please refer to our documentation: Application.

Unsure whether to apply for the regular Leapfrogs or the Sustainability Leapfrogs?

We are looking for projects where sustainability is at the core of the business idea. Reflect on why you started your project. Was tackling a sustainability challenge the main driver, or is sustainability just a part of what you do? If sustainability is central to your project, the Sustainability Leapfrogs is the right choice for you.

Program Structure

The Leapfrogs program begins with a kick-off meeting for all selected participants and runs from June to August. Throughout the summer, we will host a series of workshops and events to equip you with essential skills and foster collaboration among participants:

• 4 June
• 18 June
• 2 July
• 16 July: Afterwork Event
• 6 August
• 20 August
• 27–28 August: TechBBQ in Copenhagen (Final Event)

Each session provides hands-on learning, peer networking, and expert guidance tailored to your project’s needs. Mandatory participation in these events is required.

TechBBQ – Our Final Event

We will conclude the program by taking all Leapfrogs startups to TechBBQ in Copenhagen on 27–28 August. More than just a conference, TechBBQ is a leading Nordic-Baltic summit dedicated to strengthening the startup ecosystem and connecting it with the rest of the world. They foster growth for startups and scaleups, offer support for founder well-being, and promote green and impact entrepreneurship through various initiatives. Attending TechBBQ gives you a unique opportunity to:

• Showcase your project to potential partners and investors
• Expand your network within the broader startup community
• Gain insights on scaling, funding, and emerging industry trends

Need More Information?

For further inquiries, our FAQ is a comprehensive resource. We encourage you to explore it for more insights into the Leapfrogs program.