Stelios Philanthropic Foundation Young Entrepreneur Award 2025 (£150,000 prize)

Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, the founder of the easy family of brands, is offering £300,000 in cash prizes to three young entrepreneurs in the UK. Now in its second year, this initiative rewards start-up businesses that contribute to job creation and economic growth. By supporting emerging entrepreneurs, the awards aim to foster innovation and encourage business development across various industries. This initiative is part of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation’s mission to support charitable activities in regions where Sir Stelios has lived and worked, including the UK, Greece, Cyprus, and Monaco. The foundation actively promotes entrepreneurship, education, and economic growth by funding impactful projects.

These awards provide a unique opportunity for UK-based start-ups to gain financial support and recognition. Entrepreneurs with innovative ideas and strong business potential are encouraged to apply. Don’t miss the chance to secure funding and take your business to the next level!

Benefits of Stelios Philanthropic

• The overall winner will win a prize of £150,000 with a 2nd prize of £100,000 and a third prize of £50,000 to invest in their business.

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Eligibility for Stelios Philanthropic

• Entrepreneur must be 34 years old or younger (born in 1990 or later).
• Start-up company must have been registered at Companies House (UK) in the last five years (registered in 2019 or later).
• Accounts filed with UK Companies House showing revenues of at least £200,000 per annum.
• Entrepreneur/applicant to own more than 50% of the shares in the company and be a director of the company.

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Application

Application forms must be sent by email to tracy.ghori@stelios.com latest by March 28, 2025.

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