This initiative has been designed to support social entrepreneurs who are driving solutions for a more sustainable and equitable world. Whether you are in the early stages of developing your project or ready to take the leap into investment, this initiative may be of interest to you, as it consists of two tailored programmes:
1. Incubation Programme
For early-stage social entrepreneurs looking to build a solid foundation.
💡 This programme is for you if:
- You have a great idea or an early-stage project tackling social or environmental challenges.
- You need support to validate your business model and build a roadmap for scaling.
- You are looking for mentorship, resources, and a structured framework to strengthen your impact.
- You want to prepare your project for future investment opportunities.
🌿 What you’ll receive:
A guided incubation process with expert mentors, hands-on training, and a collaborative network to refine your business model.
📆 The incubation programme will run from 22 April to 10 August.
2. Investment Programme
For advanced projects ready to attract investment and scale up.
💡 This programme is for you if:
- Your project already has traction, customers, or a proof of concept.
- It directly addresses social or environmental challenges.
- You are actively seeking investment but need support navigating the process.
- You want to strengthen your financial strategy, investor relations, and scalability.
- You wish to improve social impact measurement and refine your project’s social strategy.
- You are looking for funding to expand your impact and reach.
🌿 What you’ll receive:
Advanced business support, investment readiness training, social and impact measurement training, and the opportunity to secure investment from EDP.
📆 The acceleration programme will run from 15 September to 31 October.
📄 Applications are open until 30 March 2025 via the website.
🖥️ For more information, please visit the website.