Grant
Augšup Social Entrepreneurship Grant Programme
Apply by Mar 31, 2026
About
A grant program offering financial support for social enterprises in Latvia, aimed at fostering innovative projects that create social impact. Eligible applicants can receive up to €8,000 per project, with a total funding pool of €56,000 available annually, along with expert evaluations and media exposure to enhance project visibility.
Benefits
- 💰Financial SupportUp to €8,000 per project, with a total annual grant amount of €56,000 available
- 🎤Media ExposureProjects will receive exposure through professional evaluations and media coverage
- 🏆Expert EvaluationProjects will be assessed by a panel of professional judges to provide feedback and support
- 🌐Networking OpportunitiesParticipants can connect with local governments and other social entrepreneurs in the region
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a business/team operating or planning to operate a social enterprise in Ķekava, Mārupe, Ropaži, Jelgava, Bauska, or Rīga
- Open to creators of social enterprise project ideas that have not yet been realized
- Projects must have a social impact goal
- No specific industry restrictions, but must focus on social entrepreneurship
- Teams must be legally registered or in the process of registration
Participation Commitments
- Must submit a formal application through the provided link
- Participants must be based in or plan to operate in the specified regions
- Projects must demonstrate a clear social impact goal
- Regular updates may be required during the grant period
Target Region
Open to social entrepreneurs in Latvia, specifically in six local municipalities
Target Sector
Focused on social entrepreneurship with a goal of social impact
SEB Bank, Local Governments of Ķekava, Mārupe, Ropaži, Jelgava, Bauska, Rīga