CALL FOR IDEAS

Wave supports the ideas
that transform Sicily

Wave embraces ideas that transform Sicily

Wave accompanies
the ideas that transform
Sicily

A three-month programme to transform your idea into a social enterprise: personalised mentoring, practical training, and financial support.

Apply now

Registrations open until 15 September

Ideas to Change Sicily

Ideas to Change
Sicily

We are seeking entrepreneurial ideas that can address Sicily's most pressing challenges: inequality, depopulation, environmental crises, and lack of opportunities. We aim for practical solutions deeply rooted in the local communities, with the potential to create a real impact.

We are seeking entrepreneurial ideas that can address the most urgent challenges facing Sicily: inequalities, depopulation, environmental crisis, and lack of opportunities. We need concrete solutions, deeply rooted in local communities, with the potential to create real impact.

We are seeking entrepreneurial ideas that can address the most pressing challenges facing Sicily: inequalities, depopulation, environmental crisis, and lack of opportunities. We are looking for concrete solutions, deeply rooted in the local communities, with the potential to create a real impact.

What We Offer

3

months

A practical journey towards social entrepreneurship

Three months of hybrid training, featuring monthly bootcamps, workshops, and masterclasses. An intensive, practical programme focused on action and support, with dedicated tutors and personalised mentoring sessions for each team.

10k

euro

Resources to kickstart your project

€10,000 in grants for the top three projects, to be used for starting the business. Additionally, €2,000 as pocket money for participating in bootcamps for all participating groups. Experience the Mediterranean vibrancy and innovate with your ideas, supported by the Fondazione Marea!

400

pioneers

An ecosystem that accompanies you

Access to Fondazione Marea's network for three years: over 400 pioneers, businesses, and partners eager to provide you with connections, dialogue, and opportunities to nurture and grow your idea. Let your vision thrive in a vibrant Mediterranean community that champions culture, community, environment, and innovation.

Access to the Fondazione Marea network for three years: over 400 pioneers, businesses, and partners ready to offer connections, dialogue, and opportunities to help your idea flourish. Embrace the Mediterranean spirit and join a community dedicated to culture, community, environment, and innovation.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

DO YOU HAVE
ALL THE REQUIREMENTS?

Discover the Guidelines

Are you or at least half of your group residents of Sicily?

Do you have an idea that tackles one of the most urgent challenges in the area?

Are you determined to transform this idea into a social enterprise?

Do you have an idea and are you motivated
to transform it into a social enterprise?

SHARE
YOUR IDEA

Registrations are open until the 15th of September.

The sooner you send your idea, the sooner you receive feedback.
The selection is ongoing, so don’t wait until the last moment.
It doesn’t need to be perfect: if you have an idea, share it.
We will help it grow.

The sooner you submit your idea, the sooner you receive feedback.
The selection is ongoing, so don’t wait until the last moment.
It doesn’t need to be perfect:
if you have an idea, share it.
We’ll help you nurture it.

The sooner you send your idea, the sooner you will receive feedback.
The selection is ongoing, so don't
wait until the last moment.
It doesn't need to be perfect:
if you have an idea, share it.
We are here to help it grow.

Fill out the application form

Our journey forward

the stages of the programme

15 May

Opening of Applications

15 May

Opening
Applications

JUNE / JULY

Journey through the Provinces

Between June and July, we will be traveling around Sicily to introduce the Onda program, meet aspiring social entrepreneurs, answer questions, and listen to ideas. Join us as we embrace innovation and community spirit, fostering a vibrant future together.

15
September

15 September

Closing
Applications

15th October

Result
Selection

OCTOBER / DECEMBER

Guidance

Three months of hybrid training, both in-person and online, featuring monthly bootcamps, dedicated tutors, and tailored mentoring. Join us to foster your growth in a vibrant Mediterranean spirit, aligned with Fondazione Marea’s dedication to culture, community, environment, and innovation.

18th December

Grand Finale of Pitch Day

A day of public presentations where selected teams will share their ideas before an audience of pioneers, partners, and investors. Join us to experience the vibrant spirit of Sicily, fostering a sense of community, culture, and innovation.