NESsT, together with SIDA, are investing in South America Value Chains
Advancing sustainable practices, and creating jobs, will be a priority
NESsT, one of the most innovative investors in South America (with a large focus on the Amazon region) announced a new multi-year partnership with the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) to “accelerate and invest in green enterprises that generate decent jobs and advance sustainable practices throughout South America.”
This program augments NESsT’s existing acceleration and loan programs, many of which are open for application on an ongoing basis.
Learn more about this announcement HERE and also what live opportunities exist to work with NESsT by clicking on “Initiatives” or “Request a Loan.”
Other Funding Opportunities:
The €2.6 million Good Start Challenge, initiated by the Van Leer Foundation and supported by Fundação Maria Cecilia Souto Vidigal and The LEGO Foundation is seeking innovative solutions from any sector to improve the wellbeing of parents and caregivers of young children living in underserved communities of Southeast Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. Awards up to €200,000 each. Deadline: September 17, 2025.