Startups & Entrepreneurship

The OG Startup Grant – Application Form

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John Awhanjinu

The OG Startup Grant is designed to support and empower young entrepreneurs in Eastern Nigeria who are building innovative startups and need funding to grow. Through this initiative, three recent graduates (2019-2024) will receive $1,500 (NGN equivalent) each to help scale their businesses.

Eligibility Criteria:

-Must have graduated within the last five years (2019-2024)

-Must be based in Eastern Nigeria

-Must have an existing startup in need of funding

Scoring Criteria

Applicants will be scored based on-

-Business Model and Financial Sustainability

-Impact- Environmental, social, governance, economic, gender etc.

-Market Adoption & Fit

-Competitive Advantage and Differentiation

-Scalability of Solution

Application Instructions:

-Complete all sections of this form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

-Provide clear and concise answers about your business and its impact.

-Upload any supporting documents that showcase your work (business plans, pitch decks, etc.).

Deadline: 17th April, 2025

We are excited to learn about your startup and the impact you’re creating! If selected, you will be contacted with further details.

For any questions, please reach out to theogstartupfund@gmail.com.

Click HERE to apply.

Good luck!

John Awhanjinu

Awhanjinu John studied Economics at Redeemers University. He is keen on financial modelling and corporate finance.

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