Affordable innovations for mobility

The fund will support innovative purpose driven start-ups dedicated to developing affordable hardware solutions to improve the mobility and/or the quality of life for people with restricted mobility.

• We are seeking affordable, innovative, low-tech hardware solutions.
• These can be new products or improvements to existing ones.
• The products must enhance mobility in daily life (at home, at work, during transportation, sports activities, etc.) for people with impaired mobility.

The fund will offer a loan as a co-investment, to a team with the necessary skills to carry out the project.

In addition to financing, the fund will actively support the project by providing (direct) involvement and access to a strong network of ambassadors who can offer guidance and expertise.

Funded projects must demonstrate social impact, economic viability and the skills and capabilities of the team.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Purpose driven start-up organisations:

• Not for individuals
• Legal entity already set up
• No restrictions in the legal form (for profit, cooperative, non for profit,…)
• No geographical limitations

Applicants must demonstrate conceptual feasibility when applying.

Ideally, the project should have an established prototype ready for market launch within the funding period (2-3 years).

Projects with a solid conceptual idea are also eligible to apply; however, applicants must demonstrate a proven track record of successful delivery and possess the necessary capabilities.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process will take place in two phases, both conducted by an independent selection committee.

1 - Preselection

Candidates submit a short video pitch, in English or in French, to describe their idea and/or show prototype and demonstrate the problem this will solve.

Based on the selection criteria, the best projects advance to the second stage.

Applications can be submitted until April 29, 2025, 11.59pm CET.

2 - Selection

Candidates submit a written application, in English or in French, and answer questions related to the

• Social impact (target group, price,…)
• Economic viability (business plan, financial plan,…)
• Capabilities, skills and track record of the team
• Technical outline of the production process

The loan will be paid before the end of July.

We ensure that all information will be treated with strict confidentiality. Every member of the management and selection committees will sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).