VCs and Startup Programs in New Zealand (2026)

Browse updated 2026 startup programs, accelerators, incubators, and venture capital investors in New Zealand. Find open deadlines, offers, and funding.

Updated Apr 2026

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Found 18 investors & programs.

Icehouse Ventures

Investing in a brighter future

Investment Fund

Powerhouse Ventures

Dual-platform investor whose sister firm's corporate climate‑tech practice and strategic corporate L…

Startmate Accelerator

Australia’s and New Zealand's most ambitious accelerator

Aera VC

Early-stage investor allocating around 80% to breakthrough climate technologies (carbon-negative con…

Application open

$1M

Venture Capital Firm

Purpose Capital Impact Fund

Generating meaningful impact and financial returns

Application open

$500K - $3M

Private Equity Firm

Activate

The Path to Science Entrepreneurship

Incubator

Fonterra Co-operative Group

Fonterra Cooperative Group is a dairy co-operative that processes and exports dairy products.

Can Lead

Corporate VC

Agnition Ventures

Corporate Venture Capital

Corporate VC

Phase One Ventures

We foster a supportive environment for emerging company leaders.

Incubator, accelerator

Ascentro Capital Partners

Leading private equity, debt investment and corporate advisory firm, focused on partnering with insp…

Can Lead

Private Equity Firm

Enterprise Angels

We are a non-profit organization that facilitates capital connections for businesses.

Seed

Early Stage VC

Angel Investor

Cooper and Company

We are a private investment firm.

Pe firm

Cure Kids Ventures

Vc firm

GD1

We are a venture capital fund dedicated to helping companies expand internationally through operatio…

Can Lead

Vc firm

AgriZeroNZ

A public-private partnership accelerating the development of tools to help farmers reduce emissions…

Can Lead

Vc firm

Centrality

We are actively developing a peer-to-peer blockchain marketplace.

Can Lead

Vc firm

Plug and Play Tech Center - Batch Program

Plug and Play is a seed and early-stage investor focused on great teams leading emerging growth comp…

Techstars - Winter Cohort Applications

Techstars is a global platform that provides investment and innovation. Through the Techstars Worldw…

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FAQs about New Zealand

What are the best VCs and accelerators in New Zealand for 2026?

See the list below filtered to New Zealand. We surface top VCs, accelerators, and incubators with current offers and open cohorts for 2026.

Which programs in New Zealand have upcoming deadlines?

Check the “Open now” section for the soonest deadlines. Only future deadlines are highlighted; closed cohorts are excluded.

Do programs in New Zealand accept remote startups?

Many programs list remote availability. Filter results for remote or review program details to confirm hybrid/on-site expectations.

What funding or equity terms should I expect in New Zealand?

Offers vary by program. Look for the offer/terms in each card. Typical ranges span equity-free stipends to seed-size checks for a small equity share.