The 4 steps of an application for additional funding

The 4 steps of an application for additional funding



You can apply if your project meets the eligibility criteria. However, only projects selected after analysis will receive funding.

Eligibility

⚠ To be eligible, your project and the draft of your Campaign page must meet the criteria of the Fund.
  1. Consult the criteria in the Policy of the Fund
  2. Schedule a meeting with your advisor to discuss your project
  3. Prepare them Required documents
  4. Write the draft of your campaign page as required
💬 An eligible project does not guarantee that it will be selected to receive funding.


Submission of the application

Once your project is declared eligible for submission, you will receive a unique link to submit your formal application.
  1. Repatriate them Required documents
  2. Complete the Campaign planner
  3. Fill out Form 📝 and submit all requested items
💬 Submitting an application does not guarantee that your project will be selected to receive funding.


Analysis and selection

Your project is evaluated according to Specific criteria.
💬The processing time is three (3) to five (5) weeks following the submission of the application form.
During this time, you can continue to optimize your campaign page.


Formal response (approval or refusal)

✅If your project is selected → you receive approval, followed by the signing of a financial assistance agreement specifying the terms and conditions of financing.
❌ Otherwise → you receive a refusal with explanation

💬 Even if approved, funding is conditional on the success of your fundraising campaign as well as compliance with certain requirements set out in your financial assistance agreement.



🚀 You then continue the stages of a regular campaign on La Ruche:
3 -Launch
4 -Monitoring and engagement
5 -Review



FAQs

My project is eligible. Will I receive funding automatically?
No. Eligibility allows you to apply, but only a thorough analysis can determine whether your project will be selected to receive funding.

What if my application is denied?
  1. You will receive an explanation of the refusal.
  2. You can continue your crowdfunding campaign as planned, without the additional funding.
  3. You can also request a meeting with the team to better understand areas for improvement.
Can I reapply later?
It depends on the program and deposit period. If your project evolves or you make improvements, new demand may be possible, if funds are still available.
Do I have to wait for the answer before working on my campaign?
No. You can continue to prepare your campaign during the analysis of your application.
If your project is selected, funding will be added to your campaign being prepared.
📅 You will have up to 6 months to make the requested adjustments before officially launching your campaign.