Types of funds available for start-up companies and business ventures in Israel:
| Source* | Fields of activity | Maximal Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Technological Incubator Program Ministry of Industry and Trade |
Electronics 25% Medical 23% Software, Computers 16% Chemistry 13% Machines 10% Agriculture, Environment 6% Miscellaneous 7% |
$344,000 for two years |
| International R & D Funds | See linked page. | Generally limited to less than $100,000 per year |
| Venture Capital Funds | All fields | Up to millions of dollars. |
| Research Foundations in Universities | These foundations are responsible for patenting, technology transfer and commercialization of technologies developed within their respective institutions. | Variable |
| Other private or public funds | All fields | Variable |
*The first three sources in the table are subsidized by government ministries.