Hackathons and prizes with cash
Cash prizes and hackathons you can enter, most solo-friendly and online, several with a working demo as the only requirement. Bursary matches the ones that fit what you are building and helps with the write-up.
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Who qualifies for hackathons & prizes?
Cash prizes and hackathons you can enter, most solo-friendly and online, several with a working demo as the only requirement. Bursary matches the ones that fit what you are building and helps with the write-up.
Do I keep the rights to what I build at a hackathon?
Most online hackathons let you keep your IP, and prize money is taxable cash. Sponsor terms vary, so Bursary surfaces each program rules, deadline and prize pool up front.
How much funding is available?
Programs on this list go up to $500,000. Bursary ranks them by what you actually qualify for.
How many programs are on this list?
12 verified programs, re-checked continuously.
Is it free to apply?
Most are free to apply. Bursary reads the fine print and flags any program that charges a fee before you start.
Do I need a registered company?
Not for all of them. Bursary matches programs to your situation and tells you which require a registered entity and which accept individuals.