BuildPalestine Launches EU-Funded Call for Proposals to Empower Social Entrepreneurship Support Organizations in Palestine
BuildPalestine has announced a call for proposals aimed at strengthening Social Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (SESOs) in Palestine. This initiative is part of the Impact Together! (I2G) project, funded by the European Union, and offers up to EUR 30,000 in financial support alongside tailored assistance to one selected SESO.
Call for Palestinian Social Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (SESOs)
As part of the EU-funded Impact Together! (I2G) project, which promotes and strengthens the social economy as a driver for job creation and inclusive economic opportunities across the MENA region, BuildPalestine is seeking to partner with one Social Entrepreneurship Support Organization (SESO) in Palestine. This includes entities such as incubators, accelerators, charities, or other support organizations that are actively working with social entrepreneurs and are focused on deepening their capacity to support these ventures.
What BuildPalestine Offers the Selected SESO Partner
The selected SESO will receive a comprehensive and customized support package designed to enhance its capacity, including:
Up to EUR 30,000 in financial support to strengthen ongoing operations and staffing.
Co-design of program curriculum and support services tailored to their needs.
Mentorship on program implementation and delivery.
Strategic support to strengthen organizational systems (e.g., outreach, monitoring and evaluation, partner engagement).
Additional tailored interventions based on the organization's specific requirements.
Eligibility: Who Can Apply?
BuildPalestine invites proposals from organizations that meet the following criteria:
Are based and formally registered in Palestine and identify as a SESO.
Are actively supporting social entrepreneurs and looking to deepen or scale existing work (not starting from scratch).
Are committed to supporting social entrepreneurs in the long-term, viewing this as a sustainable, ongoing journey.
Can demonstrate how this partnership will amplify their existing work and improve outcomes for the entrepreneurs they support.
Application Deadline and Process
The deadline to submit proposals is June 10, 2025. Interested organizations can find the application form and more details via the following link:
Application Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0YPzo6p47xBP9mGcsgwdbV0Tl6_iqm_ViWzKOOt3WFbuJbQ/viewform
Strengthening Palestine's Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
This initiative aligns with BuildPalestine's core mission to nurture a resilient, interconnected, and impact-driven social entrepreneurship ecosystem in Palestine. By strengthening a key support organization, BuildPalestine aims to indirectly bolster many social entrepreneurs.
About BuildPalestine
BuildPalestine is a leading organization committed to empowering Palestinian changemakers by connecting them with the resources, skills, and networks needed to build sustainable and impactful social enterprises. They work across awareness building, direct enterprise support, and ecosystem strengthening, defining social enterprises as financially viable ventures prioritizing societal benefits.
About the Impact Together! (I2G) Project
The Impact Together! (I2G) project, funded by the European Union, promotes and strengthens the social economy as a driver for job creation and inclusive economic opportunities across the MENA region. This call for proposals is a component of that broader initiative.
Looking Ahead
BuildPalestine encourages mission-driven organizations deeply committed to growing the social entrepreneurship movement in Palestine to apply. This partnership offers a unique opportunity to collaborate, strengthen operational capacity, and ultimately unlock the full potential of social entrepreneurship in Palestine, fostering local solutions for systemic change.
Source: BuildPalestine