Bridges for Enterprise (BfE) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Incubation Programme, designed to help early-stage social enterprises achieve financial sustainability while deepening their impact in local communities.
The programme runs for 3 to 4 months, though startups typically complete it within 6 to 8 months, depending on their needs and goals.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, applicants must:
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Be a for-profit or non-profit social enterprise with existing revenue.
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Operate an early-stage business at the pre-seed or seed stage with a clear plan for growth.
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Be legally registered in Africa, Asia, Latin America, or the Middle East.
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Offer innovative, impact-driven solutions.
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Have a revenue-generating business model with at least 6 months of operations.
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Demonstrate a positive environmental impact.
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Have a committed and capable management team.
How to Apply
Access the application form here.
Deadline: October 1, 2025
Bridges for Enterprise (BfE) is inviting applications for its 2025 Incubation Programme aimed at aiding early-stage social enterprises in achieving financial sustainability while enhancing their impact in local communities. This programme is scheduled to last 3 to 4 months, although many startups may take 6 to 8 months to complete, depending on their specific needs.
Eligible candidates include both for-profit and non-profit social enterprises with existing revenue. Applicants should operate an early-stage business in the pre-seed or seed stage with a clear growth plan and be legally registered in regions including Africa, Asia, Latin America, or the Middle East. Additional criteria include offering innovative, impact-driven solutions, having a revenue-generating business model with at least six months of operations, demonstrating a positive environmental impact, and possessing a committed and capable management team.
Interested enterprises can access the application form online, with the deadline for submissions set for October 1, 2025.
