{"id":6111,"date":"2026-04-02T08:59:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T06:59:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=6111"},"modified":"2026-04-13T20:38:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T18:38:53","slug":"cascador-scaleup-program-2026-50000-in-prizes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunityforworld.org\/?p=6111","title":{"rendered":"Cascador ScaleUp Program 2026 ($50,000 in prizes)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div id=\"tdi_1\" class=\"tdc-row\"><div class=\"vc_row tdi_2  wpb_row td-pb-row\" >\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_2,\r\n                .tdi_2 .tdc-columns{\r\n                    min-height: 0;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"vc_column tdi_4  wpb_column vc_column_container tdc-column td-pb-span12\">\n<style scoped>\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n\n\/* custom css - generated by TagDiv Composer *\/\n.tdi_4{\r\n                    vertical-align: baseline;\r\n                }\n<\/style><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\" >[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article id=\"post-173479\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Deadline: June 15, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Applications are open for the Cascador ScaleUp Program 2026. The Cascador ScaleUp Program is designed for growth-stage founders with proven traction who are ready for the next stage of leadership, strategy, and scale.<\/p>\n<p>The Cascador ScaleUp Program is a 12-week leadership and business development experience designed for growth-stage founders building companies with real traction. Through a blend of in-person and virtual sessions, mentorship, peer learning, and tailored support, the program helps founders strengthen both their leadership and their businesses. Participants leave with sharper strategy, stronger networks, and greater readiness to raise capital and scale.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A high-impact experience designed to support founders with both practical resources and pathways to growth.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>12-Week Experience: In-person and virtual learning designed for growth-stage founders.<\/li>\n<li>Travel Covered: Travel, lodging, and meals included for in-person sessions.<\/li>\n<li>$5,000 Stipend: Personal development support for each participating founder.<\/li>\n<li>$50,000 in Prizes: Pitch Day awards to recognize standout founders.<\/li>\n<li>Catalytic Fund Eligibility: Eligibility to apply for the Cascador Catalytic Fund, which deploys $2\u20135M USD annually.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Open to Business Founder or Co-founder<\/li>\n<li>2+ years in operation<\/li>\n<li>$70k+ USD equivalent \/ \u20a6100M+ in annual revenue<\/li>\n<li>Based in Nigeria or a Sub-Saharan African country<\/li>\n<li>Committed to participating fully in the program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Founders begin with a preliminary application. Semifinalists will be notified weekly throughout the application cycle.<\/p>\n<p>Applying early offers:\u00a0extra time to complete the full application, advance notification of application status, and the opportunity for an exclusive invitation to attend Pitch Day on June 3rd.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cascador.org\/apply-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cascador.org\/apply-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cascador ScaleUp Program<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_column_text css=\"\"] Deadline: June 15, 2026 Applications are open for the Cascador ScaleUp Program 2026. 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