About the Fund
The Orange Corners Bangladesh Innovation Fund (OCBIF) is an investment-readiness and financing facility designed to strengthen early-stage, impact-driven businesses across Bangladesh.
Through a mix of grants, concessional loans, and tailored technical assistance, the fund helps entrepreneurs build strong operational, financial, and strategic foundations for scalable growth—enabling them to expand their businesses, generate employment, and advance progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Additionally, OCBIF contributes to the broader investment ecosystem by creating a pipeline of trusted, de-risked, and investment-ready businesses.
Open OCBIF Funding Call – Now Accepting Applications
Open OCBIF Funding Call – Now Accepting Applications
Applicants must meet all the following requirements to be eligible for funding:
- Operational History: Minimum 2 years of business operations in Bangladesh.
- Legal Registration: Private Limited Company registered in Bangladesh.
- Financial Records: Audited financial statements for the past two fiscal years, demonstrating sound management and compliance.
- Licenses & Documents: Valid Trade License, E-TIN Certificate, and MoA & AoA (Memorandum & Articles of Association).
- Responsible Practices: Demonstrated commitment to fair employment, environmental sustainability, and ethical governance.
- Impact Alignment: Measurable social, economic, or environmental impact aligned with the SDGs. Priority will be given to initiatives that also contribute to:
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
For complete eligibility details, please refer to the Application Guideline.(Click Here)
Open OCBIF Funding Call – Now Accepting Applications
Step 1: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Download and complete the Expression of Interest Template.(Click Here)
- Email your completed EOI as an attachment to orangecornersbd@sajida.org.
- Subject line: “OCBIF [Open Call Name] – Expression of Interest: [Your Company Name]”
Step 2: Full Proposal Submission & Due Diligence
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
- Shortlisted applicants will be requested to submit a full proposal and undergo due diligence.
Step 3: Selection & Funding
Selected enterprise applications will be reviewed by a selection committee, and final awardees will receive funding.
Open OCBIF Funding Call – Now Accepting Applications
For queries or further details, please reach out to:
Email: orangecornersbd@sajida.org