Impacto Academy Sponsorship is a programme that allows companies, foundations and individual donors to fund training and mentoring pathways for startups, Third Sector organisations and initiatives working in the field of social innovation.
Each sponsorship supports a 2-month programme providing practical skills on EU project design, strategic development, impact measurement and operational tools for organisational growth.
Why this programme exists
Every year, many high-potential organisations struggle to access funding, opportunities and development pathways because they lack specific skills or dedicated resources.
Impacto Academy Sponsorship addresses this need by making advanced training accessible, through a structured and transparent donation model.
The programme provides:
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professional support,
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tools that can be applied immediately,
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a clear methodological framework,
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monitoring and evaluation of the results generated.
What a sponsorship funds
Each donation covers a training pathway that includes:
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individual mentoring;
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practical modules on project design, fundraising, impact design and organisational development;
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exercises tailored to the needs of the selected organisation;
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support in defining objectives, indicators and priorities;
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access to resources and tools developed by Impacto.
The programme is designed to produce concrete and measurable results for the participating organisation.
Thematic Areas
Each donor can choose the thematic area that best aligns with their values or ESG strategy.
Green & Circular Innovation
Projects and startups accelerating the ecological transition.
STEM & Education for Inclusion
Initiatives that expand access to digital and scientific skills.
Women-led Social Entrepreneurship
Social enterprises led by women that generate value within their communities.
Community & Social Innovation
Organisations working on accessibility, culture, inclusion and community cohesion.
How it works
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The donor selects the thematic area and type of contribution.
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Impacto opens a dedicated call to identify the beneficiary organisation.
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The selected organisation takes part in the 2-month training programme.
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At the end of the programme, the donor receives a concise impact report with:
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achieved objectives,
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developed skills,
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impact indicators,
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possible follow-up perspectives
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The process is designed to ensure transparency and traceability of results.
Types of Sponsorship
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Seed Pack – €800
Partial contribution to the training pathway.
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Growth Pack – €2,000
Full coverage of the pathway for one organisation.
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Impact Partner – €5,000+
Option to support multiple pathways or an entire thematic line.
What donors receive
The programme offers concrete tools to communicate the donation in a clear and verifiable way.
Donor outputs include:
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logo placement in the “Donor” section;
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mention in Impacto’s Social Report;
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summary sheet of the supported pathway;
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infographic of the results achieved;
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digital badge;
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SDG mapping related to the donation;
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key impact indicators.
These outputs are designed to be used in communication, CSR activities, sustainability reports and annual reporting.
Who can participate
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companies committed to CSR or sustainability;
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philanthropic foundations;
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public bodies;
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individual donors interested in supporting high-impact initiatives.