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Rosewood Foundation Entrepreneurship Award 2025 is open for applications

Launched by The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) and Rosewood Foundation in 2023, the “Rosewood Foundation Entrepreneurship Award” aims to support young entrepreneurs in combining their passion for ‘doing good’ with business, and to unlock their creativity and talents by connecting them with resources and support mechanisms.

This year, the “2025 Rosewood Foundation Entrepreneurship Award” is seeking young entrepreneurs with innovative solutions in driving sustainable development in the hospitality industry. If you have a solution and are seeking funding to expand your business, apply now!

About the Award

The Rosewood Foundation Entrepreneurship Award will provide scale-up funding of up to HK$100,000, along with mentorship and business collaboration opportunities:

20 finalist companies will receive opportunities to expand their networks and participate in networking events.
10 companies shortlisted to participate in the Pitch Day will receive mentorship sessions and networking opportunities provided by The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups and Rosewood Foundation.
5 companies will be selected to receive scale-up funding of up to HK$100,000 to expand their businesses and explore opportunities for collaborating with hospitality businesses.

You will have access to:

1. Start-up Mixer & Industry Networking Event

The 20 finalists will be paired with star mentors from sustainability and hospitality sectors, along with representatives from The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups and Rosewood Foundation. Through group discussions, we will provide them with valuable insights and experiences.
Pitch coaching will be offered to help finalists refine their presentation skills, enhance their pitch decks and effectively convey their business ideas.
2. One-on-One Mentorship Sessions

After the first round of interviews, 10 finalists will be shortlisted. Industry experts will share industry and market insights with the finalists. Each of them will also receive a 1-hour one-on-one mentorship session, conducted via Zoom or in person.
3. Networking Opportunities

The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups has been promoting and supporting youth entrepreneurship since 2000, with an extensive network of start-up entrepreneurs and commercial partners. The Federation is also a founding sponsor of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (HKGCYE). Through various business and entrepreneurship activities, the Federation aims to connect young entrepreneurs with business and personal networks.

For more information, please visit HERE.