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Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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Applications for participation in the Moscow stage of the All-Russian competition of social initiatives of entrepreneurs and socially oriented non-profit organizations (SONPOs) "My Good Business" are being accepted until December 1.
"The capital places a great deal of emphasis on developing social entrepreneurship. The 'My Good Business' competition aims to identify and support best practices in this area. It provides an opportunity to present projects that combine a social mission with a sustainable business model," she noted.
Kristina Kostroma, Head of the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development of the City of Moscow.
The competition is organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation. The operator of the regional stage in the capital is the State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow" (MBM), subordinate to Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development of the City of Moscow.
Small and medium-sized businesses, large businesses, and socially oriented nonprofits can participate. To apply, please fill out an application.competition website.
The best projects will be selected across two tracks. One, "Social Interaction," is designed for representatives of large companies that provide systemic support to citizens or have programs that influence the development of regional infrastructure and intersectoral collaboration to achieve the Russian Federation's national goals. The "Meaningful Assistance" track is designed for small businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Applications are accepted in the following categories:
— “Sustainable Growth” — for innovative business initiatives, ideas, start-ups and projects aimed at ensuring economic growth, increasing competitiveness, and developing innovation and technology;
— “Comfort for Life” — for projects aimed at creating conditions for safe and comfortable living for various categories of citizens, as well as preserving and improving the environment, rational use of natural resources, and reducing pollution;
— “Working, I help” — for projects, programs and practices aimed at preserving the population, health and well-being of people, namely increasing life expectancy and birth rate, reducing mortality, improving public health and improving the quality of life;
— "Good Technologies" — for projects and initiatives aimed at developing advanced technologies, strengthening the country's scientific and technological potential, creating conditions for innovation, as well as introducing digital technologies into the economy and social sphere, and improving the quality of life of citizens;
— "Potential Development" — for best social practices aimed at creating and developing equal opportunities for education, self-realization, and participation in public life. Entrepreneurs of all ages are eligible to participate in the nomination;
— "Family Business" — for best social practices, projects, and initiatives of mother-entrepreneurs, as well as NGO projects aimed at interaction with businesses to support motherhood;
— "Good Assistance" — for initiatives and practices aimed at increasing efficiency, assisting socially responsible businesses or NGOs in their work, and systematically developing collaboration between businesses and NGOs.
Competition projects must be implemented by the participant in Moscow, promote positive social change, and have a financially sustainable business model. Entrepreneurs whose projects are recognized as the best in their categories will compete for a spot in the federal round of the "My Good Business" competition.
Support for entrepreneurs is provided within the framework of the federal project “Small and Medium Entrepreneurship and Support for Individual Entrepreneurial Initiatives,” which is part of the national project "Efficient and competitive economy", as well as the Moscow Mayor's strategy for supporting Moscow entrepreneurship. More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.
The State Budgetary Institution "Small Business of Moscow," a subsidiary of the Moscow Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovative Development, helps people start and grow their businesses in the capital. Business service centers offer information about financial and non-financial government support programs.
Free educational and business events are held for entrepreneurs: forums, seminars, training sessions, and conferences that help them improve their professional skills and connect with like-minded individuals.
You can also get advice on starting and running a business and learn more about current support measures for entrepreneurs in Moscow on the MBM website: mbm.mos.ru and by phone: 7 495 225-14-14.
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