Up to €7,000 for Women Entrepreneurs in Île-de-France

Women entrepreneurs across Île-de-France can now apply for the Créatrices d’Avenir 2026 competition, designed to celebrate, support and raise the profile of women who have created or taken over a business.

Winners will receive financial awards alongside tailored business support, expert coaching, increased media visibility and access to valuable entrepreneurial networks. The competition offers €70,000 in total financial and support packages.

What successful applicants could receive:

• €7,000 for the overall Grand Prix winner

• €3,000 for each thematic category winner

• €2,000 for the Best Pitch winner

• Strategic support covering finance, communications, sales, growth and business management

• An Air France return long-haul flight for an international business development trip

• Networking, mentoring and increased media exposure.

The award categories include:

• Craftsmanship

• Environmental and social commitment

• Local and regional impact

• Innovation

• Women entering traditionally male-dominated industries

• Businesses connected to priority neighbourhoods.

Who can apply?

The competition is open to women who have created or taken over a business where:

• The registered office is based in Île-de-France

• A woman is the company director

• At least 50% of the business is owned by one or more women

• The company is registered by the application deadline

• The project fits at least one award category.

Associations are not eligible.

📅 Application deadline: 25 September 2026