Work4Progress Call 2026
Forecasted
Work4Progress Call 2026 supports social innovation networks developing business prototypes and financing schemes to create quality employment for vulnerable women and youth in India, Mozambique and Peru.
Funder: la Caixa Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Donations up to €250,000 or €800,000 for up to 24 months; refundable financing up to €500,000
Summary: Supports networks creating quality employment for vulnerable women and young people in India, Mozambique and Peru.
Key Information: Applications require networks of 3–5 entities, including local entities, with an eligible lead organisation.
Description
Work4Progress, run by la Caixa Foundation, supports social innovation networks that create quality employment for vulnerable populations, especially women and young people, primarily in rural India, Mozambique and Peru. Its approach combines community listening, co-creation, prototyping, scaling and continuous evaluation to strengthen inclusive businesses and interconnected employment ecosystems rather than isolated projects.
The call offers non-refundable donations for developing and accelerating business, service and technological prototypes, alongside refundable financing for schemes that close financing gaps for Work4Progress businesses and related enterprises. Priorities include market access, business competitiveness and digitisation, circular economy, green jobs, energy transition and climate adaptation. Proposals should complement existing Work4Progress platforms and use collaboration across sectors to achieve sustainable, systemic impact.
