Encouraging Collaboration, Fueling Innovation
About our community
Allied for Startups brings together a vibrant and diverse group of stakeholders from the startup world – national startup associations, entrepreneurs, investors, and many others – to create a powerful network that accelerates innovation and fosters growth. Whether you’re building a startup or looking to support the startup community, you’ll find your place here.
For whom?
Our membership is tailored to organisations that represent and support startups at a national level, offering a collaborative environment to enhance the growth and success of startups on a larger scale.
Why become a member?
Joining Allied for Startups provides a range of benefits that enable you to thrive within the startup ecosystem, whether you’re looking to scale your own business or support the next wave of innovation.
If you’re an association based in Europe, here are a couple of reasons why you should consider becoming an AFS member.
Shape policies that support startups by connecting with policymakers.
Access exclusive research, tools, and insights to support your community. Stay informed with timely updates and insights into the political calendar, ensuring you’re prepared to engage on issues that impact startups.
Build connections with like-minded organisations, investors, and entrepreneurs.
Attend events to learn, engage, and grow with other leaders.
Amplify your impact and create more opportunities for your members within a national network.
Let’s just be friends?
Not ready for full membership? Our ‘Friend of Allied For Startups’ affiliation offers individuals and smaller organisations a flexible way to support and engage with the startup ecosystem – without the commitments of formal membership.
Be part of our community
Join our dynamic community and help drive startup growth, foster meaningful connections, and lead the next wave of innovation across Europe and beyond!
See how we drive change
Explore our latest publications to witness the impact we’re making. From amplifying the voices of startups and scale-ups to shaping policies that fuel innovation, we’re working to build a world where startups can thrive.
EU Startup Policy Hackathon Report: Outcomes and Policy Recommendations
Industry Joint Statement on the Code of Practice on General-Purpose AI
The S9+ Coalition Launches S9+ Declaration Ahead of D9+ Ministerial Summit in Amsterdam
Startup Innovation
in Action
Join the conversation where policy meets innovation. Allied for Startups brings together entrepreneurs, policymakers, and industry leaders to tackle the biggest challenges and opportunities facing startups today.
Stay Informed
Stay Ahead
Discover how we change the game. Our news and publications offer an inside look at the policy work driving innovation and change in the startup ecosystem.