K4 Startup Studio – AI Grants

K4 Startup Studio – the official app for joining the grant program of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine.
The program supports military startups in AI, defence tech, deeptech, and military innovation.
Its mission is to create technologies that give Ukraine a decisive edge on the battlefield. The initiative is delivered with the support of the Federal Ministry of Defence of Germany and the Better Regulation Delivery Office (BRDO).


Who it’s for:
• Developers and AI startups.
• Investors backing technologies proven in real combat conditions.
• Mentors and experts ready to share their expertise.


The program offers:
• Up to 10 teams selected by the Grant Committee.
• 4 grants of $250,000 for the best solutions.
• A 4-month intensive: mentorship, workshops, battlefield testing, and direct feedback from service members.
• A 6-month follow-up: scaling, securing investments, and government procurement opportunities.


Why K4:
• Direct access to end users — military units.
• The ability to quickly scale your product within the defence system.
• Connections to partners and funds interested in deployment.


In the app:
• Explore requirements, deadlines, and priority challenges.
• Submit your application online.
K4 is for those ready to turn their code into a weapon in the hands of defenders.