Innovate NGO Empowering Nigerian Entrepreneurs With $3,000 Grant – Apply Now

Innovate, a distinguished non-governmental organization associated with Crosspoint Church, proudly unveils its latest endeavor – a $3,000 pitch and grant initiative tailored for Nigerian youths.

This initiative, meticulously crafted, seeks to ignite innovation among the nation’s youth while providing invaluable assistance to budding entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of today’s competitive business landscape.

Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship

• Purpose: The primary objective of the initiative is to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among Nigerian youth.
• Support: Through financial assistance and mentorship, Innovate aims to provide tangible support to aspiring entrepreneurs, facilitating the inception and expansion of small businesses.

Vision Behind the Initiative

Ladi Soyombo, the founder and convener of Innovate, shares profound insights into the vision propelling this initiative forward. He emphasizes the organization’s unwavering commitment to empowering the next generation of Nigerian entrepreneurs through accessible resources and unwavering support.

Soyombo articulates, “We believe in the transformative power of innovation. By launching this pitch and grant program, we aspire to catalyze the growth of small businesses across Nigeria.”

Application Process and Selection Criteria

• Application Details: Interested entrepreneurs and small business owners are encouraged to apply for the grant via Innovate’s official website – cpinnovate.org.
• Selection Process: The selection of grant recipients will be merit-based, considering the potential impact of proposed business ideas or expansion plans.

Pitch Opportunity at Innovate 2024 Conference

• Forum: Eligible participants will have the opportunity to present their business ideas before a panel of experts at the annual flagship conference, ‘Innovate 2024,’ scheduled for April.
• Grant Allocation: The most promising ventures will receive financial grants to transform their visions into tangible realities.

Community Building and Past Success

• Community Engagement: Beyond financial assistance, the initiative seeks to cultivate a vibrant community of entrepreneurial minds committed to effecting positive change.
• Past Success: Reflecting on the success of previous iterations, Innovate distributed N8 million in grants during its inaugural pitch and grant program in 2021. Ten deserving winners emerged from a pool of over 1000 applicants, receiving grants ranging from N500,000 to N2 million.

About Innovate: Empowering the Youth

• Mission: Innovate, an expression of Crosspoint Church, is dedicated to empowering and inspiring young entrepreneurs and professionals.
• Vision: Positioned as a leading organization in youth development, Innovate strives to empower individuals through education, mentorship, and strategic partnerships.

Core Values

• Love: Demonstrating compassion and empathy in all endeavors.
• Excellence: Commitment to achieving excellence in all pursuits.
• Family: Fostering unity amidst diversity, creating a welcoming environment for all.

Contact Information

For further inquiries regarding the $3,000 pitch and grant initiative, please reach out to:

• Name: Emmanuel Umukoro (Communications Manager, Innovate)
• Phone: +2348107731354
• Email: Info@cpinnovate.org

Innovate stands as a beacon of hope for Nigerian entrepreneurs, offering not only financial assistance but also the invaluable support and guidance needed to navigate the entrepreneurial journey successfully.

Through this transformative initiative, Innovate endeavors to catalyze a wave of innovation, propelling Nigeria towards a brighter, more prosperous future.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity.  Apply for the Innovate pitch and grant program and take your business to the next level.