Defense & dual-use founders.

The Sandbox connects defense and dual-use startups with U.S. angel investors and strategic partners.

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What We Do

The Sandbox helps defense startups access capital and strategic relationships in the United States.

We connect companies with U.S. angel investors, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders. If you are building technology that strengthens national security, we help you get in front of the people who fund and deploy it.

Selected companies receive:

Investor Access

Present your company directly to vetted North American angel investors actively investing in defense and dual-use technologies.

U.S. Delegations

Participate in curated trips to the United States to meet investors, companies, and industry leaders.

Eligibility

Who This Is For

Defense and dual-use technology companies seeking capital and strategic connections.

Relevant sectors include:

Defense & Security

Dual-use Civillian

Aerospace & Maritime

Infrastructure & Industry

Cyber & Digital

Both early-stage and growth-stage companies are welcome.

Step 1

Submit Your Company

Provide basic information and a short deck.

Step 2

Internal Review

Our team evaluates submissions and identifies companies aligned with our investor network.

Step 3

Investor Access

Selected companies receive introductions and pitch opportunities, and may be invited to participate in The Sandbox events and delegations.

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