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Worker Owned Enterprises Grant

Foundation

A foundation based in United States

In context

This call is open to co-operatives, social enterprises and community groups. Funding is a grant. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Nicaragua. The funder accepts early-stage applicants.

Summary

This grant supports the development and growth of worker-owned cooperative enterprises in Nicaragua, emphasizing community-based economic development and self-directed business models. It is designed for cooperative organizations and their partners seeking direct accompaniment and capacity-building support.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 28 Sept 2026Accurate?

About this grant

The funder supports worker-owned enterprises and community social enterprises primarily in Nicaragua. Since 1997, the funder has lent just under $10 million directly to grassroots cooperatives and community organizations, with an average loan size of $44,055 and a loan loss rate of 3.55%. The foundation works with Nicaragua's extensive cooperative sector, which accounts for nearly half of all cooperatives in Central America. …

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Worker Owned Enterprises?
Eligibility covers organisations in NI; cooperative, social-enterprise, community-group. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.

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