Startups & Funding

TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200: Last call for $100K, apply by May 27

Deadline week: 200 startups get $100K, VC access, and the Disrupt stage.

Deep Dive

TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200 applications close May 27. Selected startups gain a funded exhibition booth, pitch training, masterclasses, press access, and a live showcase at Disrupt. More than 1,700 alumni have raised $32B and generated 250+ exits, including companies like Fitbit, Trello, and Mint. The winner receives $

Key Points
  • Deadline: May 27, 2025 for Startup Battlefield 200 applications.
  • Prize: $100,000 equity-free funding plus exhibition booth, pitch training, masterclasses, and press access.
  • Track record: 1,700+ alumni raised $32B+ and produced 250+ exits, including Dropbox and Fitbit.

Why It Matters

Early-stage founders get a proven launchpad to investors, media, and the ecosystem—with real funding and no equity loss.