EDHEC Alumni launches its Call for Projects: "Impact for the Planet"

The EDHEC Alumni Board is delighted to announce the new edition of its call for projects aimed at gathering and supporting initiatives linked to the "Impact for the Planet" theme.

Our aim is to stimulate the entrepreneurial spirit by encouraging the proposal of concrete, original and innovative solutions, whether digital, technical, technological, organisational or mobilisation tools. These solutions can take the form of entrepreneurial projects or community involvement.

Our ambition is to bring together every year an initiative with a social and societal impact, particularly of the SSE type, which we can support by providing :

• sponsorship
• funding (up to €10,000 per project)
• a sounding board.
  
  

It is important to stress that this call for projects is not aimed at start-ups.

We are counting on the involvement of the EDHEC clubs, which will play a key role in passing on the projects. Alumni interested in this call for projects can contact an EDHEC Club to help them turn their ideas into reality.

Shortlisted projects will have the opportunity to take part in an annual event organised by EDHEC Alumni, giving them greater visibility.

This year, the theme chosen for the projects is "Impact for the planet". The solutions proposed must be digital, technical, technological, organisational, social or economic. They must be inclusive, equitable and sustainable, with young people at the heart of their design.

How do I apply?

Complete the online application form before 15 January 2024.

The details of the project must be set out in an online form accompanied by a summary presentation that complies with the formal requirements.  

This presentation must include : A financial projection detailing the estimated costs and income over 3 years, showing the sources of funding. Please note that EDHEC Alumni's financial contribution is limited to 10,000 euros per project.

Quantified targets for the impact of the actions with their associated measurement indicators (KPIs) Applications may be written in French or English.

What are the eligibility criteria?

 To be eligible, applicants must agree to the distribution of the application pack.

The proposed projects must also meet the following criteria:

• Adherence to EDHEC values Spin-off logic (EDHEC community and beyond)
• Supported by a group (and not by 'individuals')
• Project with a social and societal aim and a positive impact
• Project can be replicated Allows the EDHEC Alumni community to develop awareness of the project
  
  

What are the selection criteria?

Each project will be evaluated according to the SMART grid:

• Specific: Reaching a well-defined target with a social and societal impact
• Measurable: the impact of the project must be measurable using KPIs
• Acceptable: Adherence to EDHEC values
• Realistic: Project must have a tangible impact on everyday life
• Temporal: Possibility of being implemented in one year and producing results the following year
  
  
  

What is the timetable for this call for projects??

The call for applications is open from 28 September to 15 January 2024.
End of January: selection of projects
8 February 2024: awards ceremony with the winner(s).

If you have any questions, please contact
Adeline REGENT, Alumni Relations Manager
adeline.regent@edhec.edu