Empowering Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Gaza .
Why This Program Now.
Gaza is at a critical stage that requires moving beyond emergency humanitarian relief toward rebuilding livelihoods and restoring economic activity. While humanitarian aid remains essential, empowering individuals to build their own businesses and sustainable income sources is a foundational step toward long-term economic and social recovery.
Rebuild income sources for affected families.
Revitalize the local economy.
Create new job opportunities.
Strengthen initiative and self-reliance.
Build successful economic models that inspire hope.
Generate meaningful impact that benefits Gaza and its people.
Program Overview.
The program will support at least 15 innovative projects, with potential expansion.
- Up to $5,000 per project
- In-kind support (equipment, tools, services)
- Structured implementation phases
- Formal agreements for accountability
Funding includes.
You will get all the necessary support to bring your idea to life. Must Apply and be selected to receive funding.
- Equipment & tools
- Raw materials
- Software & digital platforms
- Operational costs
Who Can Apply.
- A clear and promising idea.
- Commitment and motivation.
- The ability to generate economic or social impact.
- The capacity to operate under Gaza’s current conditions.
- A project that positively benefits the land, people, and local community.
Application Requirements.
Selection Process.
Projects will be evaluated based on:
- Feasibility
- Clarity of idea
- Innovation
- Economic and social impact
- Sustainability
- Ability to continue under current field realities
A shortlist of 40 finalists will be selected and invited to present their ideas in a Pitch Session, after which at least 15 projects will be chosen for implementation support.
Timeline.
Applications
Open
Applications
Close
Shortlist Announcement
Presentations & Interviews
Advisory Support & Incubation.
Governance, Monitoring & Accountability.
- Submitting quarterly progress reports
- Accepting field visits, reviews, and evaluations
- Following the agreed implementation plan and timeline
- Cooperating in providing data to measure economic and social impact
After Selection.
Implementation of selected projects will begin immediately. Each project will receive up to $5,000 in phased support, tied directly to implementation milestones, project progress, and achievement of agreed objectives.
Judging Committee & Ongoing Support.
Projects will be evaluated by a specialized judging committee composed of leading experts, academics, business leaders, and specialists from both inside and outside Gaza, ensuring diversity of expertise and objective assessment. In addition, a dedicated support team will work alongside selected entrepreneurs, offering continuous mentorship, guidance, and strategic support throughout their journey.
Community Contribution & Sustainability.
As part of the program’s long-term sustainability vision, after one full year of operations and once profits are achieved, an agreed percentage ranging between 10% and 15% of net profits will be allocated by each supported project to support The Peace Dove’s community initiatives, new entrepreneurial projects, emerging entrepreneurs in Gaza, and sustainable community economic development.
Final Vision
