New founder network in Frankfurt (Oder): Starting signal for innovation!
Find out how the NextStepNetwork supports Frankfurt founders with funding and events. Next event on September 9th!

New founder network in Frankfurt (Oder): Starting signal for innovation!
In the dynamic world of business start-ups, there are constantly new initiatives that support the growth of young companies. A promising example of this is the *NextStepNetwork*, which was launched in March 2025 in the Frankfurt City Hall. The aim of this network is to actively support founders and young companies in the early years of their independence. This involves making important contacts, identifying opportunities for cooperation and using resources efficiently. So reported frankfurt-oder.de.
In order to continue to set the course for entrepreneurial success in the future, the organizers are inviting you to another event on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., those interested can exchange ideas at the Frankfurt (Oder) Chamber of Crafts. Under the motto “Start boldly. Grow safely. Shape the future.” Experts from the Investment Bank of the State of Brandenburg and the Bürgschaftsbank Brandenburg are available to provide information about current funding and financing options.
Diverse funding options for founders
In the world of business start-ups, there is a wide range of funding programs provided by the federal government, states and the EU. So are important players like that Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Innovation, the KfW (federal development bank) as well as various state ministries and investment banks are involved in the funding. Founders can rely on a wide range of advice options, for example offered by chambers or university start-up centers.
To make it easier to find the right funding opportunities, there is an extensive database on the start-up platform. This makes it possible to find the right contacts, forms of financing and programs based on your own business plan. Whether part-time start-ups, high-tech start-ups or companies in the trades and sciences – public start-up aid is available for all types of start-ups.
The advantages of public funding
Founders benefit from fair conditions that are specifically tailored to their needs. The support services include not only financial support such as loans, grants and guarantees, but also consulting and coaching services as well as access to valuable networks and affordable premises. However, this also increases the amount of work and time required, as good preparation and a sophisticated concept are prerequisites for most funding. In addition, the review of the documents and the acceptance can take a few weeks.
If you are curious and would like to find out more about the funding available, please visit deutschland-startet.de comprehensive information. The registration link for the event on September 9th is also available to offer interested founders the opportunity to make valuable contacts and expand their knowledge.