Tilia Impact Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), has officially launched the second edition of its flagship 'CEE Summer of Impact' program. In a significant expansion for the 2026 cohort, the firm is now inviting pre-seed and seed-stage impact startups from Turkey and Greece to apply alongside those from the CEE region.

The program is designed to support startups operating in sectors such as climate, health, education, energy, AI for good, and space. Unlike traditional accelerators, the initiative operates without equity requirements or participation fees, focusing instead on providing visibility and direct connections to a network of over 30 European VC firms. Selected founders will have the opportunity to showcase their ventures on stage in Barcelona this October.

Applications for the program are open from June 15 to July 28, 2026. According to the firm, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between high-potential impact founders and international capital, a move that aligns with the growing maturity of the Turkish startup ecosystem and its increasing integration into broader European investment networks.