(SEED)
5 February 2009
Do you have an entrepreneurial and innovative idea that is locally driven
and has great potential to contribute to sustainable development in countries
with developing or transition economies? Do you need support to help grow your
business or project?
If you meet Supporting Entrepreneurs for Sustainable Development's (SEED's)
eligibility criteria, you could apply now for the 2009 SEED Awards for
entrepreneurship in sustainable development. Award winners receive a
comprehensive package of tailor-made support services, worth up to $40,000, to
help their venture to become established and to increase their impact.
This includes access to relevant expertise and technical assistance, meeting
new partners and building networks, developing business plans and identifying
sources of finance.
The deadline for applications is 16 March 2009. Application forms can be
filled in online or downloaded from the SEED Initiative website at http://www.seedinit.org
Issued by: Department of Science and Technology
5 February 2009
Source: Department of Science and Technology (http://www.dst.gov.za/)
