Brands Startup Program
Grow Your Fashion Brand with Global Sourcing Support
Application Status
Applications Open: February 1st, 2026
Current Status: Accepting Applications
Spots Available: 30
Deadline: June 2026 or until 30 participants accepted (whichever comes first)
Why We Do This
We believe the next generation of fashion designers and creative entrepreneurs will drive innovation in the industry. You're the ones experimenting with new materials, pushing sustainable practices, and challenging traditional manufacturing models. But too often, sourcing barriers—high minimums, limited supplier access, lack of guidance—prevent great ideas from becoming reality.
The Tengiva Startup Program exists to remove those barriers. We're investing in emerging brands because we know that when talented designers have access to the right materials and support, they create products that move the industry forward. Your success strengthens the entire textile ecosystem, encouraging innovation in materials, transparency in supply chains, and diversity in fashion.
We're not just helping you source textiles. We're helping you build the future of fashion.
What is the Tengiva Startup Program?
A 12-month support program for emerging fashion designers and brands. Get financial credits, expert guidance, and access to the Global Source Textiles community - featuring specialized sub-communities like Source | Colombia and more.
One program. Access to 160+ textile producers across 30 countries through specialized sourcing communities.
What You Get
$500 Sourcing Credits
Order samples and prototypes across the Global Source Textiles community. Use within your first 6 months. Minimum orders start at just 5 meters - perfect for prototyping. *USD currency
4x Personalized Expert Sourcing Sessions
Each session is 45 minutes with an industry expert matched to your needs - sustainable textiles, technical fabrics, regional specialists, and more. Get strategic guidance at key moments in your brand's growth.
Global Summit Showcase Opportunity
Eligible to apply for our Annual Summit Demo Day—a global broadcast event where 5 selected designers present their collections to 50,000+ viewers worldwide. The hybrid format features a central virtual stage with professional hosts, while local viewing parties happen simultaneously around the globe. Your collection could be showcased to industry professionals, buyers, and press watching both virtually and at regional events—creating global visibility with local celebration.
Access to Global Source Textiles Community
Join the Global Source Textiles community and source from 160+ verified textile producers across specialized sub-communities - including Source | Colombia for Latin American textiles, and other regional and specialized communities.
All suppliers operate under the Tengiva standard:
Swatch samples in one week
5-meter minimums on in-stock textiles
Full transparency on pricing, MOQs, and origin
Digitalized materials reviewed for accuracy
Access organic materials, technical performance fabrics, and everything in between across 30 countries - with the speed, transparency, and accessibility emerging brands need.
Priority Support
Get faster response times and dedicated assistance from our team throughout your 12-month program.
Designer Community Access
Connect with other emerging designers in the program - share experiences, challenges, and insights with peers on the same journey.
Educational Resources
Access our library of guides, webinars, and best practices on textile sourcing, production planning, and building supplier relationships.
Am I Eligible?
✓ Registered company less than 5 years old
✓ Annual revenue under $500,000 USD
✓ Business plan or portfolio demonstrating your brand vision
✓ Serious commitment to building a competitive fashion business
How to Apply
1. Complete Application
Fill out the online application form → Apply Now
2. Submit Documentation
Upload your business plan or portfolio
3. Wait for Review
We'll review and respond within 1 week
4. Get Approved
Receive an email to schedule your welcome session for account setup and program details with a Tengiva specialist
5. Start Sourcing!
Credits loaded immediately, expert sessions scheduled, you're ready to go
After Approval
→ $500 credits loaded ($250: 90-day expiration, $250: 180-day expiration)
→ Calendar link to schedule your first expert session
→ Welcome guide and onboarding materials
→ Access to the entire Source-Textiles.com community and all sub-communities
→ Introduction to designer community and resources
About Tengiva & Source Textile Global
Tengiva is a commercial operating software for textile suppliers, powering Source Textile Global - the global textile industry community platform.
What makes it different? Every supplier on Source Textile Global ooperates under the Tengiva standard - a new approach to B2B textile sourcing:
Swatch samples delivered within one week - Move faster on design decisions
Source from 5 meters on in-stock textiles - Perfect for prototyping without huge commitments
Verified suppliers - All vetted and reviewed by Tengiva's team
Digitalized materials - Consistent, accurate product information reviewed for quality
Full transparency - See MOQs, pricing, origin, and specifications upfront
Within Source Textile Global, you'll find specialized sub-communities like Source | Colombia for Latin American textiles, along with other regional and industry-specific communities - all meeting the same Tengiva standard.
When you join the Startup Program, you gain access to this new sourcing standard across the entire Source Textile Global community.
Ready to Grow Your Brand?
Get the sourcing support you need to strengthen your competitive position and scale your fashion business.