Bridges for Enterprise Incubation Programme
Free 6–8 month virtual incubation for social enterprises in Asia, Africa, Latin America & the Middle East—pro bono strategy, finance, legal, and tech advisory from University of Cambridge student-led teams.
🔍 Quick Snapshot
- Provider: Bridges for Enterprise (University of Cambridge)
- Opportunity Type: Free Pro Bono Incubation Programme
- Duration: 6–8 months (fully virtual)
- Deadlines: 1 April 2025 (Autumn) & 1 October 2025 (Spring)
- Region Focus: Asia, Africa, Latin America, Middle East
- Eligibility: Revenue-generating early-stage social enterprises
🌍 About the Programme
Bridges for Enterprise (BfE) is a nonprofit advisory initiative by students from the University of Cambridge, supporting early-stage social enterprises in developing regions. The 6–8 month virtual incubation provides free strategic, financial, legal, and technical support to help startups deepen impact and strengthen sustainability.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Registered social enterprise in Asia, Africa, Latin America, or the Middle East
- Pre-seed or seed-stage business with operational MVP
- Generating revenue (not idea stage)
- Clear commitment to social impact and SDGs
- For-profit or nonprofit models accepted
🎁 Programme Benefits
- Consulting Advisory: Business strategy and growth planning
- Finance Advisory: Financial modeling, grants, investment readiness
- Legal Advisory (Optional): IP, regulation, contracts
- Technical Advisory (Optional): UX, product development, R&D feedback
- Tailored mentoring from Cambridge-based teams
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the BfE Incubation Page
- Ensure you're eligible based on region, revenue, and impact
- Fill out the form with business model, traction, and goals
- Submit before the relevant cohort deadline: 1 April or 1 October 2025
- Await shortlisting and cohort confirmation
📅 Program Timeline
- Application Deadline: 1 October 2025
- Summit Dates: 3–6 Nov 2025
- Accommodation: 1–6 Nov 2025
- Notification: By June 2025
🚀 Ready to Grow Your Social Enterprise?
Apply now for the Bridges for Enterprise Incubation Programme and receive pro bono support from University of Cambridge advisors.
Apply via BfEQuestions? Email startup.recruitment@bridgesforenterprise.com
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Source: bridgesforenterprise.com
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