Scaling Hoslistic Inclusion In Fintech Transformation (SHIFT)

📖 About SHIFT

The Scaling Holistic Inclusion in Fintech Transformation (SHIFT) program is a migration-focused support initiative for growth-stage fintechs operating in Sub-Saharan Africa, MENA, and Asia. It aims to empower ventures that serve or are ready to pivot to serve women affected by migration and other vulnerable communities.

Through results-based grants, tailored mentorship, investor connections, and global visibility, SHIFT helps fintechs strengthen their business, scale inclusive financial solutions, and drive lasting impact.

🗓 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: September 08, 2025
• Application Deadline: October 01, 2025
• Category:
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Women
  • Fully Funded
  • Grants

🎁 Benefits of SHIFT

Participants in the SHIFT program will receive the following benefits:

• $10K Results-Based Grant: Flexible funding to implement solutions for women affected by migration.
• Tailored Mentorship & Expert Support: Guidance from migration industry experts and peer learning to strengthen your business model, impact, and investment readiness.
• Investor & Partner Access: Connect with 500+ investors and ecosystem partners interested in inclusive fintech solutions.
• Access to the SIGMA Platform: A unique feature offering data-driven growth tracking, business model testing, and impact measurement tools.
• Impact Measurement & Gender-Inclusive Practices: Capacity building to collect sex-disaggregated data, integrate gender KPIs, and design inclusive financial products.
• Knowledge & Media Opportunities: Inclusion in case studies, podcasts, and docuseries to showcase impact.
• Global Visibility: Exposure through Seedstars’ +1M network and partner channels.
• Onsite Tech Ecosystem Opportunities: Invitations to key events in your region to network, showcase your venture, and explore partnerships.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

SHIFT is open to growth-stage fintechs that meet the following criteria:

Sectors

• Operates in fintech or embedded fintech (offering financial services such as credit, insurance, payments).

Stage

• Growth-stage company with proven traction and revenue.

Fundraising Readiness

• Has raised funding in the past 12 months or is actively planning to raise capital.

Business Model

• For-profit and revenue-generating, with strong potential to scale.

Geographic Eligibility

• Based in or operating in Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East & North Africa (MENA), or Asia.

Impact Focus

• Already serves women affected by migration or is willing to pivot/scale products and services tailored to the financial needs of women affected by migration (WAM).

Who are Women Affected by Migration (WAM)?

• Women who migrate internally or across borders.
• Women left behind when a family member migrates (e.g., spouse working abroad).
• Women in migration-impacted communities, including high emigration areas or remittance-dependent regions.

📝 Application Process

Interested candidates can apply through the official application portal:

• View SHIFT Details
• Apply for SHIFT

📅 Application Deadline

October 01, 2025

🌐 Sponsor Organization

The SHIFT program is sponsored by Seedstars, a global organization supporting impactful ventures.

For more information, visit the official SHIFT website or apply directly through the provided links.

• $10K Results-Based Grant: Flexible funding to implement solutions for women affected by migration.
• Tailored Mentorship & Expert Support: Guidance from migration industry experts and peer learning to strengthen your business model, impact, and investment readiness.
• Investor & Partner Access: Connect with 500+ investors and ecosystem partners interested in inclusive fintech solutions.
• Access to the SIGMA platform: A key unique feature offering data-driven growth tracking, business model testing, and impact measurement tools.
• Impact Measurement & Gender-Inclusive Practices: Capacity building to collect sex-disaggregated data, integrate gender KPIs, and design inclusive financial products.
• Knowledge & Media Opportunities: Inclusion in case studies, podcasts, and docuseries to showcase impact.
• Global Visibility: Exposure through Seedstars’ +1M network and partner channels.
• Onsite Tech Ecosystem Opportunities: Invitations to key events in your region to network, showcase your venture, and explore partnerships.