Applications Invited for Bridges for Enterprise (BfE) Incubation Programme

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About the Organization:

Bridges for Enterprise (BfE) is a non-profit that provides pro bono advisory services to social innovators in the developing world.  BfE is run by a global community of purpose-driven professionals and students. As a non-profit established in 2015, they expanded rapidly to operate from five student chapters and developed a client base spanning over 30 countries. They collaborate alongside a growing network of over 200 professional mentors who provide strategic guidance to chapter teams and assistance to startups.

Bridges for Enterprise (BfE) Incubation Programme

The goal is to support social enterprises on the path to financial sustainability and creating impact in their communities. They consider all applications to the BfE Incubation Programme carefully and holistically over several stages to determine the startups that best fit our mission and vision

What types of startups do you work with?

• Startups that have already begun operations and have an existing revenue stream
• Startups that have a clear social and/or environmental impact at the core of their business
• Startups based in countries that have relatively less access to business mentorship or startup networks

Criteria:

• You are a for-profit or non-profit social enterprise
• You are an early stage startup at the pre-seed or seed stage
• You have an existing product or service and have started earning revenue
• Your business is legally established in Africa, Asia, Latin America or the Middle East
• You demonstrate a clear path to financial returns and social impact

They accept social enterprises that can demonstrate:

• Innovative Solutions. You have developed a unique minimum viable product (MVP) that addresses a key development challenge.
• Proven Results. You have a revenue generating business model with at least 6 months in operation.
• Positive Impact. Your business generates positive environmental or social impact in the communities you serve.
• Committed Management. Your company’s leadership team has a demonstrated track record of commitment.

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