[Madrid, December 20, 2024] – Bridge for Billions, in collaboration with TMF Group, has announced the second edition of the Beyond Boundaries program, a co-designed initiative aimed at empowering early-stage social entrepreneurs in Latin America and EMEA regions. The program aims to provide mentorship, resources, and a global network to help their businesses grow locally and globally.
Building on the success of the first edition, which benefited 45 social entrepreneurs in scaling their initiatives, the program aims to amplify its impact by encouraging even greater participation and broadening its reach in 2025.
Empowering social entrepreneurs across regions
The Beyond Boundaries program focuses on addressing key challenges faced by early-stage social entrepreneurs, including:
- Limited access to business development tools and strategies.
- Difficulty connecting with mentorship and professional networks.
- The need for clear strategies to grow revenue and scale operations.
By providing tailored mentorship, educational tools, and funding opportunities, the program enables participants to overcome these barriers and achieve sustainable growth.
TMF Group’s joint initiative reflects its belief in the power of collective action. The mentors involved in the program will be mainly employees from TMF group, who can join on a voluntary basis. By providing employees with opportunities to give back, the company fosters stronger connections and inspires personal and professional growth.
The Beyond Boundaries program also represents a shared vision of TMF Group and Bridge for Billions to foster positive social impact through mentorship and capacity building.
Looking ahead
The second edition of the Beyond Boundaries program is expected to:
- Engage 80+ mentors and entrepreneurs across the Latin America and EMEA regions.
- Create 85+ jobs within 2 years.
- Generate an average yearly revenue of $18,500,000 in yearly revenues within two years across regions.
- Forge sustainable partnerships with community organizations to ensure lasting impact.
Who can join
The Beyond Boundaries program welcomes early-stage social entrepreneurs who meet the following criteria:
- Operate a socially innovative business in its early stages,
- Seek to incubate and validate their business plans while receiving guidance on developing business models, marketing strategies, fundraising approaches, and impact measurement.
- Reside in or originate from the United Kingdom, South Africa, or India (English program), or Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, or Argentina (Spanish program).
- Demonstrate a passion for creating positive social impact and a willingness to commit 6–8 hours per week over the four-month program duration.
- Have consistent access to a reliable internet connection and a computer or laptop for regular use.
Support and structure
The Beyond Boundaries program helps early-stage social entrepreneurs by:
- Providing Mentors: Entrepreneurs get one-on-one advice from experts at TMF Group to improve their business plans and strategies.
- Offering Training: Participants learn key skills like making business plans, managing finances, setting prices, and growing their impact.
- Building Connections: Entrepreneurs join a global network of mentors and peers to share ideas and opportunities.
- Hosting a Demo Day: At the end of the program, participants present their projects to experts and have the opportunity to win funding prizes.
Applications now open
Applications are now open for the Beyond Boundaries program, which is offered in two formats: English for participants in the EMEA region and Spanish for participants in Latin America. Entrepreneurs from eligible countries are encouraged to apply:
- English Program: Open to participants from the United Kingdom, South Africa, and India.
- Spanish Program: Open to participants from Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, and Argentina.
The deadline for applications is January 6, 2025.
About Bridge for Billions
Bridge for Billions is a global organization that supports entrepreneurs by providing the tools and guidance they need to turn their ideas into functional and sustainable businesses. Founded in 2015, Bridge for Billions has developed one of the largest networks of online entrepreneurship programs worldwide, focusing on accessibility and innovation. Their structured, step-by-step incubation programs connect entrepreneurs with mentors from around the world, aiding the development of viable ventures. With a mission to democratize access to entrepreneurship, Bridge for Billions has supported thousands of entrepreneurs in over 100 countries, helping to transform communities and create significant impact.
About TMF Group
TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients operate and invest flawlessly across borders. With a presence in over 85 countries, TMF Group offers expertise in areas such as accounting, tax, payroll, compliance, and entity management. The organization is dedicated to equip businesses of all sizes to grow, invest, and thrive globally by ensuring they remain compliant and efficient in today’s regulatory environment.
For more information about the program or how to get involved, please contact Arielle Combrinck, Incubation Manager at Bridge for Billions: arielle@bridgeforbillions.org