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An Italian company is looking for donors and investors to support the development of a third sector association

Summary

Profile Type
  • Business Offer
POD Reference
BOIT20240510012
Term of Validity
31 July 2024 - 31 July 2025
Company's Country
  • Italy
Type of partnership
  • Investment agreement
Targeted Countries
  • All countries
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General information

Short Summary
An Italian company that carries out activities in the engineering sector is planning the development of an association in the third sector. This association will provide support and support to disadvantaged groups and carry out activities of general interest. The company is looking for donors and investors in order to support the development of the association.
Full Description
This Italian company is envolved in precompetitive research and development up to the stage of industrial production and the marketing of innovative products and services with high technological value.
They have invented and patented an electrical household appliance that has the purpose of automatically cooking pasta.
They have also developed an e-commerce model for the food & grocery sector by which consumers can choose products online and collect them at special lockers when they prefer.
Recently, thanks to the collaboration of a goldsmith, has started the production of jewelry using CAD CAM technology.

The company in now is planning the development of an association in the third sector. The association will provide support and support to disadvantaged groups and carry out activities of general interest. In particular, it will provide money, goods, services and make investments, in order to promote the entrepreneurial, professional, social and cultural development of the territory.

As regards the organizational structure, the association will be supported by a qualified team of project managers, administrative and technical coordinators, professors, consultants and professionals, all permanently committed to ensuring the effective implementation of the programs and projects.

The activities that the association has planned are the following:

- organization of events and meetings focused on social, cultural, educational and economic themes;
- financial assistance focused on the the provision of information and free assistance relating to subsidized finance tools and access to credit, especially for disadvantaged groups;
- offer of professional training courses to acquire skills and develop entrepreneurial skills, with tutoring and support services for the start-up of entrepreneurial activities;
- "talent garden" and "talent development", i.e. the development of programs for the discovery and development of talent in the area;
- support for integrated planning and access to subsidized financing;
- support in finding funds, venture capital and business angels to support projects and initiatives;
- testing of business models, i.e. support for the evaluation and testing of business models, in order to guarantee the sustainability of the activities;
- support for the development and prototyping of new products, including assistance with patent registration.

The company will invest in the project with a 300 m2 facility, machinery and equipment.

The company is looking for philanthropists, international companies, foundations and charities, financial Institutions and ethical banks, impact investors, government agencies and international organizations,
who want to support the development of the association.

To attract these donors and investors, the association will clearly communicate its mission, objectives and the expected impact of its activities. It will present a detailed plan that demonstrates the sustainability and effectiveness of the initiative, highlighting the benefits for disadvantaged groups and the community at large.
Advantages and Innovations
This company has long experience in the engineering and the finance sectors and in theprecompetitive research and development up to the stage of industrial production and the marketing of innovative products and services with high technological value.
The company can make these skills available to disadvantaged groups and promote local development.
Sustainable Development Goals
  • Goal 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
  • Goal 10: Reduced Inequality
  • Goal 4: Quality Education

Partner Sought

Expected Role of a Partner
The establishment of a non-profit association in the third sector that supports disadvantaged groups and promotes the entrepreneurial, professional, social and cultural development of the area can attract different types of donors and investors. Below are the types of donors and investors who may be interested in supporting this initiative:

1. Philanthropists (who have significant economic resources and are motivated by the desire to improve society through donations and charitable actions).
Philanthropists are often interested in projects that can have a positive and lasting social impact, especially those that aim to support disadvantaged groups and promote community development.

2. International Companies (wishing to invest in corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects). This type of companies can see in this association an opportunity to improve their public image, contributing to the well-being of local communities and demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.

3. Foundations and Charities (that collect and distribute funds for various socially beneficial projects). These non-profit organizations are always looking for innovative and high-impact projects that can benefit different segments of the population, especially the most vulnerable ones.

4. Financial Institutions and Ethical Banks (that have a strong orientation towards sustainability and social impact). They may be interested in funding projects that not only generate a positive impact on the community, but are also sustainable in the long term.

5. Impact Investors (seeking to generate positive social and environmental impact, as well as a financial return). They are are interested in projects that can demonstrate a clear social benefit and have a sustainable business model.

6. Government Agencies and International Organizations (that finance development and social assistance projects).These agencies often have funds earmarked for projects that promote economic and social development, especially in disadvantaged areas.
Type and Size of Partner
  • SME 11-49
  • Big company
  • SME <=10
  • Other
  • SME 50 - 249
Type of partnership
  • Investment agreement

Dissemination

Market keywords
  • 09002006 - Other finance, insurance and real estate
  • 09003005 - Consulting services
  • 09003007 - Other services (not elsewhere classified)
  • 09003001 - Engineering services
Targeted countries
  • All countries