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I am a social entrepreneur. How can I apply for funding from We Share Forward?Please have a look at our focus areas. Keep an eye on our website for any upcoming opportunities for funding from our donors.
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What do you mean by ‘social entrepreneurs’?Social entrepreneurs are committed to making a positive social and environmental impact, with the secondary objective of making financial returns. They play an important role in driving change and, under our definition, contribute towards at least one of the SDGs. It is vital to have impact as their primary focus.
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What is the maximum amount of money We Share Forward can raise for a social entrepreneur?The maximum amount which can be raised for a social entrepreneur is € 250,000.
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What do you do for the social entrepreneurs apart from providing a grant?The We Share Forward community is comprised of seasoned social entrepreneurs, who have built successful companies from the ground up, funders, and knowledge partners. Community members are encouraged to share their field-specific experience and knowledge, and additionally provide social entrepreneurs with access to their networks. You get the chance to join this exceptional community and in turn, 'share it forward' with the next generation, contributing to their success.
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How do I 'share it forward' with the We Share Forward Community?The amounts made available to Social Entrepreneurs are donations: there is no strict repayment obligation. However, We Share Forward counts on the Social Entrepreneurs who receive funding to voluntarily share forward with the next Changemakers by contributing for example one off donations, 1-2% of their shares, or donating part of their revenue. Social Entrepreneurs can also contribute through mentoring, network and knowledge sharing.
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I am a student. How can I apply for a scholarship from We Share Forward?Please have a look at our focus. If you check all the required boxes, write to us at team@weshareforward.org and we will get back to you shortly.
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What do you mean by Student Changemakers?Student Changemakers are committed to making a positive social and environmental impact. They play an important role in driving change and contribute towards at least one of the SDGs, having impact as their primary focus, and as far as possible, as their area of study or training.
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What is the maximum amount of money We Share Forward can raise for a student?The maximum amount which can be raised for a student is € 20,000; exceptional cases will be taken into account for higher funding amounts.
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What is the money raised for?We Share Forward funding is to be used solely for tuition or training. Additional costs related to the students’ education (accommodation, transport, books and others) are not included and must be covered by the students themselves.
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How do I 'share it forward' with the We Share Forward Community?The amounts made available to Student Changemakers are donations: there is no repayment obligation. However, We Share Forward counts on the students who receive a scholarship to share forward with the next Changemakers by contributing for example 1-2% of their income. The students can also contribute through mentoring, network, and knowledge sharing.
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