Bridging Gaps

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Excellent Brands
Non-Governmental Organizations & Public Affairs

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Introducing the first charity microloan: Bridging Gaps raises donations in the global north to provide community microloans for entrepreneurs in the global south. The innovation: a unique pay-it-forward model. As businesses flourish, loans are paid forward to new entrepreneurs, strengthening community ties, fostering self-sustaining ventures and establishing independent local financial structures. Loans are accompanied by entrepreneurship training and mentorship.

The Jury‘s Statement

Bridging Gaps impressed with its transformative idea of converting donations into microloans and promoting sustainable ventures in the Global South through a "pay-it-forward" model. The relevant and well-designed brand concept is strong and coherent - from the logo, which symbolises the idea of building bridges, to the appealing communication and unique corporate design. This innovative approach and convincing realisation make Bridging Gaps an outstanding example of social commitment and entrepreneurial innovation.

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