Circular Fashion Fund – Information Pack and Assets

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Background

eBay Australia, in partnership with the Australian Fashion Council (AFC), is excited to launch the second year of the Circular Fashion Fund. The Fund is open to innovative start-ups, small businesses, a charity or social enterprise who challenge the norm with innovative technologies and circular practices to revolutionize the fashion industry. The Fund offers a share of $200,000 (AUD)  in funding to help take their businesses to the next level.

This year the CFF is launching globally alongside the UK, US and Germany. For the first time, there will be one global winner awarded ‘Circular Fashion Innovator of the Year’, where the winner of each market will present to a global panel for an additional investment of $300,000 (USD) from eBay Ventures.

How it works

  • Applications are open from Thursday, 17 October 2024 until Friday, 15 November 2024, and businesses can apply via a simple form on eBay’s website here: https://www.ebay.com.au/sml/circular-fashion-fund-apply
  • A shortlist of eight finalists will be invited to pitch their ideas to the judges on Friday, 6th December 2024, in the eBay Office in Sydney, who will select the three overall funding recipients.
  • The three recipients will then enter into a program of mentoring, networking opportunities and workshops, co-developed by eBay and the Australian Fashion Council.
  • The finalists will come together 12 March 2025 in Sydney for the Finale Showcase, optional for the judging panel. At the showcase, the overall winner will be announced. The winner will receive $100,000 (AUD) and the two runner-ups will be awarded $50,000 (AUD) toward their businesses.

Your involvement

We would be delighted if you could share your excitement and support of the Circular Fashion Fund in its second year in Australia. Help spread awareness of the Fund to your network by using the following assets and suggested copy on your social media platforms, encouraging Australian businesses, charities or social enterprises to apply.

Suggestions for Social Media Posts

Below is a guidance for Social Media posts. Please feel free to use the provided information and edit it in your own words/style.

Post: APPLICATIONS OPEN
Points to include in your copy

  • Applications for the Circular Fashion Fund are open.
  • In partnership with the @ausfashioncouncil, the Fund is empowering eco-conscious businesses to reshape the future of fashion through innovative technology and services.
  • Apply now for a chance to win up to $100,000 (AUD) to fund your startup and drive the future of sustainable fashion! Submit your application by 15th November 2024.
  • For the first time this year, a global finalist will be selected to be awarded ‘Circular Fashion Innovator of the Year’ with an extra global investment of $300,000 (USD).
  • Through the fund, finalists will have access to a bespoke mentorship program, industry workshops, and exclusive networking opportunities.
  • Apply now: https://www.ebay.com.au/sml/circular-fashion-fund-apply
  • Tag ebay (@ebayau) and Australian Fashion Council (@ausfashioncouncil)
  • Potential to use hashtags: #eBay #CircularFashionFund #circulareconomy #fashion #startups

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