ACORNS Programme: Call for Applications

The 9th cycle of Accelerating the Creation Of Rural Nascent Start-ups (ACORNS) programme is now open for applications until 22nd September 2023. ACORNS can provide female entrepreneurs with the knowledge, support and networking opportunities to develop and grow their early-stage businesses, generate employment and contribute to their local community.

The programme is open to women from all sectors living in rural areas who have recently set up a new business (owned or part-owned) or are at an advanced stage of planning a new venture (e.g., saving money for the start-up, or writing a business plan). Up to 50 new female entrepreneurs will be selected and the free initiative will run over six months from October 2023 to April 2024.

For more information about the programme, the selection criteria and application process visit www.acorns.ie

The programme is funded through the Rural Innovation and Development Fund by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM).