DBACE 2024 - funding opportunity for creative entrepreneurs

DBACE supports visionary creative entrepreneurs over 18 who are driven by a mission to build and sustain social value through their enterprise.

In the 30 years since Deutsche Bank first established the then Pyramid Awards, the programme has responded to changing landscapes of the creative sector. As one of the longest running creative enterprise programmes, DBACE still commands great prestige and has supported thousands of students in their creative studies to develop their skills and knowledge to prepare them for their future careers. Through start-up capital, business training and expert mentors from across the bank, the programme has nurtured more than 400 young adults and helped 320 creative ventures.

In 2018, DBACE shifted to celebrate and recognise the potential of young creative entrepreneurs between the ages of 18-30 who are driven by a mission to build and sustain social value through their enterprise. From its 2023 programme, DBACE has opened to all ambitious creative entrepreneurs over the age of 18.

DBACE actively aims to reach determined individuals from all backgrounds with ideas that will improve the lives of others and the communities we live in, via its network of referral partners and the suite of support events on offer to encourage applicants at different stages to submit a strong application.

Since 2018, Deutsche Bank has proudly partnered with MeWe360, a not-for-profit incubator, to deliver this unique programme.

It’s not just about the money

The prize package is made of up of DBACE funding plus a year of tailored business support from MeWe360, designed to give you everything you need to take your idea or existing business to the next level.

To apply you need to:

— be over 18
— have a strong idea or an existing business in or in support of the creative industries
— want to create positive social impact through your enterprise
— be focussed and committed to engaging with MeWe’s business support

For details and application, follow the link here