The FFA is an 6-week program where you can refine your business model and gear up for global expansion. During the academy, you’ll gain wide knowledge on navigating the fundraising landscape, including selecting and approaching the ideal investor, preparing a compelling pitch deck, mastering the art of valuation, and negotiating with VC funds. Our workshops are led by experienced experts who have successfully raised capital for their businesses or represent active venture capital funds. We don’t just give you the theory; we make sure you can actually use it.
We’re looking for ambitious female founders ready to scale. See if we’re a match:
Seeking capital to scale your startup.
Ready to take your vision to the next level.
You are a female founder seeking opportunities
As part of the Female Fundraising Academy, we are launching a special beauty path presented and mentored by Douglas — open to everyone, no recruitment required.
The path takes place in the form of open workshops, running alongside the main FFA program between 13.07.2026 and 28.08.2026. Exact dates will be announced soon.
The path includes two workshops: a retail workshop on how to get your product into a retailer like Douglas, and a branding workshop on marketing your product and understanding what customers look for.
Already applied to FFA? You will automatically be invited to join this path if accepted
Invitation to Female Founders Club.
All Participants receive access to the exclusive Female Founders Club – a space for alumni where Huge Thing will provide extra activities. The FFClub will also be a space for founders to support each other by exchanging their experiences and knowledge.
Networking opportunities.
Startups have the opportunity to network with other startups, corporates, and venture capitalists, as well as gain valuable insight into the industry.
Increased visibility in the CEE startup ecosystem.
As Huge Thing is a well-known brand in the CEE startup ecosystem, accelerated startups gain better visibility and branding by working with us. Startups accelerated by Huge Thing are characterized by high quality, and by joining the program, you will join this exclusive group.
Workshops (25h). Participants will take part in 25 hours of training divided into four key areas: Mastering Class (building a competitive edge), Visibility (visibility within the ecosystem), Fundraising, and Pitch (the art of presentation).
1on1 consultations with Mentors (up to 5h).
In addition to scheduled workshops, every Participant has the opportunity to work individually with chosen mentors to apply the knowledge from workshops in the best possible way.
Access to Huge Thing Mentors, Experts, and Partners network.
Every Participant will gain access to the network of experienced mentors and partners, who can provide valuable guidance and advice.
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