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Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship - Canada
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Source verified September 19, 2026

Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship

Support for innovative social and environmental solutions
Offered by
Swiss Re Foundation
Official source: swissre.com
Latest source update
Last Update: September 19, 2026
Latest change: The 2027 Global Programmes pages now show new intake windows, revised themes, and updated application links for Entrepreneurs for Resilience and Shine.
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Global Programmes updated for 2027 intakes
The 2027 Entrepreneurs for Resilience intake is now shown as open from 7 September to 4 October 2026 at 23:59 CET, with applications required in English and a direct application portal plus booklet now provided. Its focus has shifted to scaling affordable, quality primary healthcare for underserved populations in LMICs through brick-and-click models. The Shine 2027 brochure now shows an application deadline of 15 September 2026 within a mid-August to mid-September 2026 window, and it newly defines the programme for early-stage ventures in eight cities, including 0–4 year enterprises and chapter-specific funding amounts ranging from INR 2,000,000 to CHF 55,000. The brochure and programme page also add the application portal, programme contacts, and support details including advisory, coaching, ecosystem access, and possible follow-on investment.
Funding available
$ 300,000
Deadline
October 4, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply

Early-stage social entrepreneurs and founders of early-stage social enterprises.

See full eligibility

Overview

This program supports social entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to critical social and environmental issues. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and eligible activities are not detailed in the available information.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Activities funded

  • Initiatives that develop innovative solutions to critical social issues.
  • Initiatives that develop innovative solutions to critical environmental issues.

Official resources

Official page

Entrepreneurs for Resilience 2027

Program guide

Entrepreneurs for Resilience

Shine 2027

Application portal

Identification

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Early-stage social entrepreneurs and founders of early-stage social enterprises.
  • Early-stage enterprises (0 – 4 years of existence).

How to apply

  • Create a user account in order to submit an application.
  • Fill in the application form.
  • Submit a new application through the online application page.

Processing and Agreement

  • The funder provides an update within 8–12 weeks on whether the project is a finalist for submission to the Board of Trustees.
  • Final funding decisions are made by the Board of Trustees.
  • The Board of Trustees reviews and decides on applications four times per year.

Additional information

  • Applicants are typically informed within 8–12 weeks whether their project is a finalist for submission to the Board of Trustees.
  • The Board of Trustees makes decisions on project applications four times per year.

Contacts

rikhiya_banerjee@swissre.com

Frequently Asked Questions about the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship Program

What is the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship?

This program supports social entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to critical social and environmental issues. The maximum funding amount is not specified, and eligible activities are not detailed in the available information.

How much funding can be received?

Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program is October 4, 2026.

Who is eligible for the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship program?

To be eligible for the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship program, you must: Social entrepreneurship focus Social or environmental impact

What expenses are eligible under Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship?

Initiatives that develop innovative solutions to critical social issues. Initiatives that develop innovative solutions to critical environmental issues.

Who can I contact for more information about the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship?

You can contact Swiss Re Foundation by email at rikhiya_banerjee@swissre.com.

Where is the Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship available?

The Global Programmes - Social Entrepreneurship program is available across Canada.