Yayasan Hasanah×Biji-biji Initiative

Biji-biji Pre Accelerator
Scale Your Strategic Impact

A 12-week intensive supporting early-stage social ventures across Malaysia. Apply now to access mentorship, capital and a network of practitioners.

About

A programme for strategic social ventures

Designed for ventures with a working prototype and early traction, the Pre-Accelerator focuses on sharpening business models, validating impact and preparing for the next stage of growth.

Selected ventures receive seed grants, technical support, dedicated mentors and access to potential funders and corporate partners.

Why Join?

A unique opportunity to access tailored support that bridges strategy, capital and community — all in one programme.

Who We are Looking For?

For social ventures

We're seeking impact-focused ventures with a clear social or environmental mission, an early product or service in market, and a willingness to learn and iterate.

Your organisation is a good fit if you...

Have a clear impact thesis

Articulated around a specific community or environmental issue.

Operating 6–24 months

Past idea-stage, with early traction or pilots in market.

Ready to scale strategically

Open to feedback and committed to investing the time.

The Journey

01

Open Call & Application

Open until end of month — anyone running a social venture in Malaysia can apply.

02

Selection & Onboarding

Shortlisted teams join an intensive onboarding bootcamp.

03

Strategy & Validation

Sprint through impact validation, customer discovery, business model.

04

Capital Readiness

Prepare for the next round — financial modelling, pitch, investor readiness.

05

Demo Day & Beyond

Pitch to a curated audience of partners, funders and corporates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cohorts run per year?

Is the programme open to international applicants?

What is the selection criteria?

What is the time commitment over the 12 weeks?

Are there fees to participate?

Can my whole team join the programme?

What happens after the programme ends?

Participants Profile

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