Brazilian Innovation Grants
Strategic advisory for international AI startups to capture Brazilian government funding. We handle local structuring, proposal writing, and compliance for FINEP, BNDES, and innovation incentives.
Unlock Brazilian Government Funding
Brazil offers substantial non-dilutive funding for AI and innovation startups through government programs. We help international companies navigate the complex requirements and capture these opportunities with minimal local presence.
Incentive Mapping
Identify relevant opportunities across FINEP, BNDES, EMBRAPII, Lei de Informática, and Lei do Bem programs tailored to your AI startup profile.
Local Structuring
Set up minimal local team and operations required for eligibility—CNPJ registration, technical staff, compliance infrastructure.
Proposal Development
Expert technical writing aligned with program criteria, budget planning, and milestone definition to maximize approval chances.
Approval Management
Full support through evaluation process, technical clarifications, negotiations, and fund release procedures.
Compliance & Reporting
Ongoing management of reporting obligations, audits, and milestone verification to ensure continued funding.
Ecosystem Access
Leverage our network with innovation hubs, research institutions, and program administrators for strategic advantage.
Why Brazil for AI Startups?
Strategic advantages beyond just government funding
Non-Dilutive Capital
R$500K-5M+ ($100K-1M USD) in grants and tax incentives without giving up equity or control.
Market Access
Latin America's largest economy with 215M people and growing demand for AI solutions.
Talent Pool
Access skilled technical talent at competitive costs to build your local R&D operation.
Government Support
Strong policy focus on AI and innovation with multiple funding mechanisms and tax benefits.
Ideal for International AI Startups
This program is designed for established startups ready to capture Brazilian funding
You Have
- Proven AI/ML technology or platform with market validation
- Revenue or substantial funding ($500K+ raised)
- Willingness to establish minimal local operations in Brazil
- Interest in Latin American market expansion
You Want
- Non-dilutive funding to extend runway or accelerate growth
- Strategic presence in Brazil without heavy operational burden
- Expert guidance through complex Brazilian bureaucracy
- Access to funding programs you can't reach independently
From Assessment to Funding
Structured approach to maximize approval probability and minimize your operational burden
Assessment & Planning
Evaluate your technology fit, identify target programs, design local structure, and build funding roadmap.
Local Setup
Establish legal entity (CNPJ), recruit minimal technical team, configure compliance infrastructure, register with programs.
Proposal Development
Write technical proposals, prepare budgets, define milestones, gather documentation, submit applications.
Approval & Funding
Navigate evaluation process, handle clarifications, negotiate terms, secure approvals, receive funding disbursements.
Compliance Management
Manage reporting, coordinate audits, verify milestones, maintain eligibility, identify additional opportunities.
Key Funding Programs
Major Brazilian innovation funding sources we help you access
FINEP
Financiadora de Estudos e Projetos
Non-reimbursable grants and subsidized loans for innovation projects. R$500K-5M+ for AI/ML development.
BNDES
National Development Bank
Development financing and equity investments for innovative companies. Larger ticket sizes for scale-ups.
EMBRAPII
Brazilian Industrial R&D Association
Co-funding for collaborative R&D projects with research institutions. EMBRAPII covers up to 1/3 of project costs.
Tax Incentives
Lei de Informática & Lei do Bem
Tax reductions and credits for R&D activities. Can reduce effective tax rate by 20-30%+ for qualifying companies.
Investment & Structure
Success-based pricing aligned with funding capture
Advisory Fee Structure
Combination of upfront engagement fee plus success-based commission on secured funding.
Upfront Engagement
$25K-50K
Covers assessment, local structuring, proposal development, and submission.
Success Fee
8-15%
Percentage of secured funding, paid only upon successful fund disbursement.
Your Investment
Beyond our fees, you'll need to invest in minimal local operations:
- Legal Entity: $2K-5K for CNPJ registration and setup
- Local Team: $50K-150K/year for 1-3 technical staff (developers, researchers)
- Operations: $10K-30K/year for accounting, compliance, office
ROI Example
Investment: $100K total (fees + local setup). Potential capture: $500K-2M+ in funding over 18-24 months. Net benefit: $400K-1.9M non-dilutive capital to fuel growth.
Ready to Capture Brazilian Funding?
Schedule a consultation to assess your eligibility and explore funding opportunities for your AI startup.
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