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Call For Applications: Youth Ecopreneur Program (YECO) ( Up to $100,000 Seed Funding)

Blessing Joseph by Blessing Joseph
September 4, 2025
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Call For Applications: Youth Ecopreneur Program (YECO)  ( Up to $100,000 Seed Funding)
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The Youth Ecopreneur Programme (YECO) is a global accelerator that powers the green and just transition by investing in young entrepreneurs as catalysts for sustainable development, environmental justice, and climate action advocacy. The project seeks to enhance the competitiveness and scale of youth-led green businesses, with a strong focus on land restoration.

Through a Global Bootcamp, Accelerator, and Youth Ecopreneur Awards, it provides comprehensive support, including training, mentorship, and financial support, to youth-led green businesses.

Eligibility

Businesses owned predominantly by entrepreneurs under 35 (Founder, Co-Founder or CEO)

We have two distinct categories: one specifically dedicated to land restoration efforts, and the other embracing green businesses committed to the circular economy, sustainable initiatives, and innovations in waste management and renewable energy sectors.

Legally registered Businesses

We have a focus on gender parity, priority is given to female entrepreneurs, as well as those from LDCs, SIDS and landlocked countries. We’re eager to receive applications from individuals with disabilities, and minority groups.

 

Program Benefits

Capacity-building for scaling your venture

Seed Funding ($100,000 USD for the land-restoration cohort, equity-free)

Access to a Global Network & Exposure

Mentorship & Coaching

Legal and IP Guidance

Preferential access to Pro-Bono Legal Services from Sidley Austin

Preferential access to the Google StartUp for Sustainable Development Programme

All-Expenses-Paid Trip to International Conference for Award Finalists

Win the Youth Ecopreneur Award and get 10,000 USD prize money (1 Award per category)

Deadline: September 14, 2025

Click HERE to Apply

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