Outlier Get-Funded Membership Join our community to access expert support with funding, grants, and investment readiness.<h3>Tier 1: Starter Plan – ₦150,000/year</h3>Designed for early-stage founders seeking hands-on support and guidance.Includes:<ul><li>Access to our private WhatsApp community</li><li>Monthly list of verified grant and accelerator opportunities</li><li>One grant or accelerator application review per month</li><li>Access to one Investment Readiness Bootcamp per year</li><li>Priority invites to funding clinics and Ask-Me-Anything sessions</li><li>Direct feedback on your pitch deck or founder profile (once per year)</li></ul>Recommended for: Solo founders or startups applying for their first grant<h3>Tier 2: Growth Plan – ₦550,000/year</h3>Ideal for founders actively raising capital and preparing for investor engagement.Everything in Tier 1, plus:<ul><li>Up to four application reviews per month (grants, accelerators, or pitch decks)</li><li>Quarterly one-on-one strategy calls with our team</li><li>Live support during ongoing grant applications</li><li>Assistance in crafting a compelling funding narrative for your deck or proposal</li><li>Access to additional Investment Readiness Bootcamps and a personalised pitch call</li><li>Featured placement in our investor spotlight emails and showcase events</li></ul>Recommended for: Growth-stage founders aiming to raise capital or scale their impact.

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<h2>Unlock the Essentials of Funding Readiness</h2>Preparing for funding is not about shortcuts. It is about understanding what funders look for and positioning your business properly.READY • SET • FUND is a 30 days programme designed to help SMEs understand the funding landscape, strengthen their business fundamentals, and prepare confidently for funding opportunities.At the core of the programme is our proprietary Funding Readiness Toolkit, which helps you assess where your business stands, identify gaps, and focus on what truly matters for funding.Through structured guidance, practical tools, and expert insights, you will learn how to present your business clearly and credibly to potential funders.<h2>What You Will Learn</h2>During the programme, we focus on the key elements investors and funders consider when assessing SMEs, using the Funding Readiness Toolkit to guide your progress.<h3>1. Comprehensive Business Assessment</h3>You will:<ul><li>Assess your business’s strengths, weaknesses, and gaps using our Funding Readiness Toolkit</li><li>Review your business model and financial health</li><li>Identify areas that need improvement before approaching funders</li></ul>You will also begin compiling the core documents funders typically expect to see, presented clearly and professionally.<h3>2. Financial Modelling and Numbers That Matter</h3>You will learn:<ul><li>How to think about cashflow, costs, and pricing</li><li>Key financial assumptions investors look for</li><li>Common mistakes SMEs make with numbers</li><li>How to communicate your finances with confidence</li></ul>This is practical guidance, explained in simple terms and applied directly to your own business.<h3>3. Understanding the Funding Landscape</h3>You will:<ul><li>Explore different funding options, including grants, loans, and investment</li><li>Learn how to identify the right type of funding for your business and mission</li><li>Understand what funders expect at different stages of growth</li></ul>This helps you avoid wasting time pursuing funding that is not suitable for your business.<h3>4. Positioning and Pitching Your Business</h3>You will:<ul><li>Learn how to position your business clearly</li><li>Understand how to communicate value without exaggeration</li><li>Develop a clear and persuasive business narrative</li><li>Prepare materials that capture attention and build credibility</li></ul>This is about clarity and structure, not hype.<h3>5. Building Investor Relationships</h3>You will learn:<ul><li>Practical networking strategies</li><li>How to approach investor conversations professionally</li><li>How to build long-term relationships, not one-off pitches</li><li>What to say and what to avoid when engaging funders</li></ul><h2>Programme Structure</h2><ul><li>Duration: 4 weeks</li></ul><h3>Format</h3><ul><li>Pre-recorded learning modules</li><li>Live office hours</li><li>Practical tools and templates, including the Funding Readiness Toolkit</li></ul><h3>Support</h3><ul><li>Guided weekly tasks</li><li>Access to a peer SME community</li></ul>This structure allows you to learn at your own pace while still receiving live, practical support.<h2>Deal Room and Investor Connections</h2>At the end of the programme, eligible businesses may be invited to join the Outlier Venture Lab Deal Room.The Deal Room connects well-prepared SMEs with a curated network of investors, lenders, and funding partners.Important to note:<ul><li>Not all businesses are introduced automatically</li><li>Invitations are based on readiness, clarity, and fit, informed by the Funding Readiness Toolkit</li><li>There is no guarantee of funding</li></ul>What we ensure is that any business introduced is properly prepared.<h2>Programme Fee N265,000</h2><h2>Early Bird Sponsorship Available</h2>With sponsorship support from Brockville Africa, a limited number of early bird spaces are available at a subsidised fee of ₦66,250.Use the discount code: BROCKVILLE

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