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Mastercard Foundation Fund for Alumni Start-ups in Transition (FAST) Program
Deadline: Rolling
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Level
Graduate and Early Career
Deadline
Rolling
Hosting Country
Pan-African
Funding
Unknown
Region
Africa
Added on
22 Apr 2026
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Mastercard Foundation Fund for Alumni Start-ups in Transition (FAST) Program
About
The Mastercard Foundation is now accepting applications for the Fund for Alumni Start-ups in Transition (FAST) Program. This strategic initiative is specifically designed to support and empower early-stage entrepreneurs by providing essential funding, business development training, and professional mentorship. The program aims to foster inclusive growth, focusing on ventures that benefit young women, refugees, displaced persons, and individuals with disabilities. By targeting alumni of prestigious leadership networks, the FAST Program ensures that emerging leaders have the resources necessary to transition their innovative ideas into sustainable enterprises that contribute to the socio-economic development of their communities.
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Eligibility
- Must be an alumnus of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
- Open to alumni of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI).
- Includes alumni from the African Leadership Academy (ALA).
- Available to winners or participants of the Anzisha Prize.
- Applicants should be aspiring entrepreneurs or in the early stages of a startup.
- Commitment to inclusive growth for marginalized groups is required.
Benefits
- Access to financial funding for early-stage enterprises.
- Comprehensive business development training to scale operations.
- Professional mentorship from industry experts and leaders.
- Provisional acceptance for students nearing graduation.
- A unique platform for networking with global entrepreneurs.
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How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal at this link.
- Review the specific criteria for your respective alumni network.
- Complete the online application form with your venture details.
- Submit any required documentation regarding your scholarship or program status.
- Wait for the review process; ongoing applications are accepted.
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