www.thepatr iots.network

T H E P A T R I O T S Brochure / 2016 - 2017

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Welcome The PATRIOTS Network offers community-based nonprofit organizations, groups and individuals a comprehensive package of training, assistance and financing designed to enhance their capacity to launch social purpose businesses.

While there are several definitions of a social purpose business, we define it as a business activity started by a nonprofit organization that applies market-based solutions for the purposes of furthering the mission of the organization, generating income, and addressing social needs.

In this context, social purpose businesses serve to:

• Promote innovative programs;

• Create job and training opportunities;

• Encourage entrepreneurial endeavors;

• Contribute to the financial viability of the social enterprise

"I know no better way to show true patriotism and love for one's country than investing to create wealth and employment" - Strive Masiyiwa

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About Us A network of Individuals, Enterpreneurs, Organizations and Groups coming together to empower and support each other to develop and implement innovative, effective, sustainable solutions. Designed to respond to social and environmental challenges we face as well as address the issues of unemployment and poverty found in our communities with a long term view to wealth creation.

These solutions include products, services, frameworks and interventions brought to market by both new startups and existing organizations, whether for-profit or non-profit.

• We build networks

• We provide training and capacity building

• We offer financial assistance

• We promote crowdfunding

• We build partnerships

• We create, develop and implement model projects

• We offer mentoring

Inspiring Innovative Social Enterprise and Business Driven Solutions for Employment and Wealth Creation

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The term 'social enterprise' comes out of values developed throughout the history of our social economy. Its core principle is that economic activity should work for the common good – rather than the unlimited private gain of a few.

This locates social enterprise within the wider objective of changing the way society operates. Various social movements have contributed their

DNA to its practice. These are some of the values and behaviors we have come to expect from each other.

Social enterprises are businesses founded on fundamental core values – that social fairness and the protection of the planet should be pre-conditions of all economic activity – with all business practices expected to be honest and fair.

Our Core Values P.A.T.R.I.O.T.S an acronym for Passion, Accountability, Trust, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Openness, Tenacity and Sacrifice. We recognize that core values form the foundation upon which an organization acts and determines what it becomes.

"Create enduring value and leave clear footprints"

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Launching a social purpose

business is an innovative

economic development

strategy that has emerged in

recent years as a way for

community-based nonprofits

to do both.

Through these ventures,

nonprofits can increase their

ability to fulfill the

organization's mission while

serving their constituents in

new ways and diversify

revenue sources.

Starting a social purpose

business venture can pose

risks for the sponsoring

nonprofit.

When a nonprofit launches a

new business venture, it

strives to earn income and

achieve tangible social

outcomes. This undertaking

can quickly test an

organization's culture and

management practices.

The organization must

constantly strive to balance its

internal goals of supporting a

social mission and generating

revenue.

The PATRIOTS Network helps

organizations, groups and

individuals find that balance

through a comprehensive

package of training assistance

and low-cost financing.

Membership is Open to

all

• Individual membership

• Student membership

• Group membership

• Corporate membership

• Honorary membership

• Mentors

• Donors

The PATRIOTS Network was formally launched in October 2016 with support of the following stakeholders:The Bridge Network, IBridge Hub, The Bureau for investments and public partnership OYO state, Bank of Industry, ReCLAIM, The Entrepreneur, TinklingD, & Nustreams Conference and Culture Centre.

The Challenge In a demanding operating and funding environment, nonprofit organizations must look to new models of generating revenue streams while also fulfilling their expanding missions.

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Eligibility • Eligible Ventures &

• Eligible Applicants

Eligible Ventures

a) Ventures led by people between 18 - 35 years old & 36 years and older that are making a difference in their community.

b) The venture should have at least one year of impact in the community.

c) The venture should be able to demonstrate evidence in addressing social problems such as improving access to services like education, finance, health, counseling, capacity building, helping households increasing incomes, helping children grow in a good environment etc.

d) The venture can be a non-profit, for-profit, or hybrid business model

Eligible Applicants:

a) Must be a founder or co-founder of a social venture.

b) Should be passionate about social issues in Nigeria.

c) Should be between 18 – 35 in one category and 36 years & Above in another.

d) Can demonstrate innovative approaches in addressing social problems.

e) Must be willing and able to attend a comprehensive training at Nustreams Conference & Culture Centre, Ibadan, Nigeria.

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There will be a transparent selection process using the following steps:

a) Phase I

This will involve selection of the most innovative

social entrepreneurial ventures based on pre-

determined selection criteria. Selected

applicants will continue to the second phase.

b) Phase II

This will involve verification of the eligibility of

the applicant. This will again be assessed by the

selection committee (see eligibility above).

c) Phase III

The selection committee using predetermined

criteria shall evaluate each applicant. Each

applicant will be assessed independently by at

least two selection committee members.

Benefits:

As part of the program, there will be innovation

awards for successful applicants.

In addition, mentoring, networking, and further

support will be provided to all successful

participants.

How to Apply:

Online applications can be completed and

submitted at www.thepatriots.network

The application can also be completed offline

and emailed as a PDF or Word document to

info@thepatriots.network.

SELECTION PROCESS

NuStreams Conference and Culture Centre, Km110, Abeokuta road, off Alalubosa Estate, Ibadan, Nigeria. Phone: +234 703 732 5246 www.thepatriots.network