Deadline: 3 January 2025
LiftHER is a global program under LIFTWOMEN® Group, designed to empower women and girls in Australia and Asia to achieve their dreams and live their lives to the fullest potential.
The core pillars include education, grant programs, community support. They believe that every woman has the ability to define her future, embrace who she is, and change the world. Their team is committed to providing the resources and support needed to make this a reality for every woman. Join them on this journey of empowerment today.
They’re seeking 9 visionary, impact-driven female entrepreneurs to join their next cohort and make a lasting difference.
Each selected finalist will receive a comprehensive support package valued at AU$5,000, which includes an 8-week Crowdfunding Accelerator Program, 1-year Lift Angel membership, personalized mentorship, marketing and PR support, and a round-trip ticket to Melbourne. Finalists will then have the opportunity to pitch live in Melbourne for one of four prestigious awards, each offering a AU$10,000 grant in non-dilutive funding. With a total grant prize pool of AU$40,000, this is your chance to gain critical resources, funding, and visibility to scale your impact and drive your business forward.
Benefits
- Crowdfunding Success
- Learn from their 8-week reward crowdfunding coaching, gain exclusive access to resources and tools, along with an esteemed lineup of mentors and guest speakers who will inspire, empower and help you thrive
- Matched Funding
- Exclusive opportunity to access and win a total grant prize pool of AU$40,000 in non-dilutive funding to elevate your success. Pitch your transformative idea on an international stage to a curated group of potential backers, partners, investors, and industry leaders
- Tailored Marketing & PR Support
- Amplify your impact with specialized marketing and PR strategy support, including 1:1 mentorship, pitch video production coaching and advertising & PR support
- Community Boost
- Enjoy one-year complimentary Lift Angel membership – Unlock exclusive platform features, gain access to a 1:1 coaching, wealth of masterclasses, events, and invaluable support network, fostering relationships that last
- Inspiration and Impact
- Become a role model for the next generation and inspire other women to believe in their potential. Show the world that profit and purpose can co-exist, leaving an indelible mark on society while achieving business success.
- Global Reach
- Leverage LIFTWOMEN’s solid presence in Australia and the program’s footprint across five APAC markets to gain international exposure and attract backers from around the world
Eligibility Criteria
- Female founder or have a team where the majority of founders are female
- Have a business registered in Asia Pacific
- Your business/startup idea or venture is addressing at least one UN SDG (Sustainable Development Goal) and fulfil one of the program focus areas:
- Sustainable Future: Projects that contribute to environmental sustainability, reduce carbon footprints or develop eco-friendly solutions.
- Social Impact: Projects that demonstrate the most groundbreaking and impactful solution addressing key societal challenges.
- Digital Innovation and eCommerce: Projects that bring creativity and innovation to the future of digital commerce, enhancing online retail experiences or advancing technology-driven solutions in e-commerce.
- Comfortable with English communication
- Early stage of business generating less than AU$2 million in annual revenue and having raised less than AU$2 million in dilutive capital
- Be able to travel to Melbourne for the Grant Pitch Night in April 2025
For more information, visit LIFTWOMEN® Group.
