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💰 Funding Opportunities for Inner Journey

Hey, Inner Journey dreamers! We're building a community-driven, AI-powered platform designed to spark personal growth and enhance well-being worldwide. To launch and grow Inner Journey effectively in 2025, we need 3 094 288 SEK in funding, after accounting for projected revenues (see Capital Requirement).

This document outlines our strategy for securing the necessary capital, exploring opportunities from local grants to global investors. With our CEO leading the funding efforts and our Frontperson inspiring communities, your support is crucial. Let’s light up lives together! ✨

Version: 3.0 | Date: 2025-04-06 | Author: Inner Journey Team

🇸🇪 National & Regional Funds (Sweden)​

Swedish Innovation Agency (Vinnova)​

  • What: Funding for research and innovation projects, particularly in health and well-being.
  • Why Us: Our AI-driven mental wellness tools and strong community focus align perfectly with Vinnova's mission to improve public health through innovation.
  • Amount: Up to 500 000 SEK (covers ~16% of our net funding need).
  • How: Our CEO will lead the application process, highlighting our potential impact on mental health and well-being. Target application: Q2/Q3 2025 calls.

Nordic Innovation Fund​

  • What: Supports Nordic growth, innovation, and sustainable development, including initiatives based on Gotland.
  • Why Us: Our platform fosters well-being and tech innovation within the Nordic region. Our Frontperson’s planned retreats on Gotland can significantly boost local engagement and economic activity.
  • Amount: 500 000–2 000 000 SEK (covers ~16–65% of our net funding need).
  • How: Our CEO will collaborate with potential Nordic partners. Our Frontperson will help showcase our vision and local impact. Target application: Q1/Q2 2025.

🇪🇺 EU Funding Opportunities​

European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator​

  • What: Funding and support for breakthrough technologies with high potential for global scaling.
  • Why Us: Our unique combination of AI and community for mental wellness represents a significant healthtech innovation with strong global market potential.
  • Amount: Up to 2 500 000 EUR in grants (~27 500 000 SEK), plus potential equity investment. This significantly exceeds our current need, allowing for ambitious future growth.
  • How: Our CEO will spearhead the complex application process. Our Frontperson will be key in presenting our vision and community impact to stakeholders. Apply via EIC portal, targeting the Q2 2025 deadline.

Horizon Europe – Cluster 1: Health​

  • What: Funding for research and innovation addressing European health challenges, including digital health and mental well-being solutions.
  • Why Us: Our personalized AI tools for proactive mental health management directly address Horizon Europe's goals for digital health transformation.
  • Amount: Varies greatly by call; potentially large grants up to 20 000 000 EUR (~220 000 000 SEK), far exceeding our initial need and supporting long-term scaling.
  • How: Our CEO will lead the application, focusing on the scientific and technological innovation of our platform. Apply via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, monitoring relevant calls opening in Q3 2025.

💼 Private Capital & Accelerators​

Swedish Early-Stage Venture Capital (VC)​

  • What: Equity investment from VC funds focusing on promising Swedish startups, often in tech and healthtech sectors.
  • Why Us: We offer a compelling investment case: a scalable healthtech platform using AI with strong growth potential. Our Frontperson’s international network adds value.
  • Amount: Typically 500 000–5 000 000 EUR (~5 500 000–55 000 000 SEK). This exceeds our initial need and would support rapid scaling.
  • How: Our CEO will lead investor outreach and pitching. Our Frontperson will showcase the platform's vision and community impact. Target pitching rounds: Q4 2025.

HealthTech Accelerator Program​

  • What: Provides mentorship, network access, and seed funding for promising healthtech startups.
  • Why Us: Participating in an accelerator can significantly boost our development (especially AI features), refine our business model, and provide valuable industry connections.
  • Amount: Typically includes seed funding around ~120 000 USD (~1 200 000 SEK, covers ~39% of our net funding need), plus invaluable non-financial support.
  • How: Our CEO will manage the application process. Our Frontperson will participate in pitches and presentations. Target application: Q1 2026 cycles.

🤝 Crowdfunding & Philanthropy​

Community Crowdfunding (e.g., Kickstarter, Indiegogo)​

  • What: Raising funds directly from our future users and community supporters, often in exchange for early access or perks.
  • Why Us: Leverages our Frontperson’s international network and creates early buzz. Offering AI feature previews or early retreat access can incentivize backers.
  • Amount: Estimated potential: 100 000–500 000 SEK (covers ~3–16% of our net funding need). Also serves as market validation.
  • How: Our Frontperson will be the face of the campaign, driving engagement. Our CEO will provide strategic oversight and manage logistics. Target campaign launch: Q4 2025.

Global Health Philanthropy Foundation​

  • What: Grants from foundations focused on improving global health outcomes, mental health access, and social justice.
  • Why Us: Our core mission to democratize access to mental wellness tools aligns strongly with the goals of many health-focused philanthropic organizations. Our community and retreat aspects amplify our social impact story.
  • Amount: Potential grants range widely: 500 000–2 000 000 USD (~5 000 000–22 000 000 SEK). Exceeds initial need, supporting scalability and outreach programs.
  • How: Our CEO will lead grant writing and foundation relationship building. Our Frontperson will help articulate our community focus and impact. Check foundation cycles and initiate contact in Q4 2025.

🌱 Leader+ Funds (LEADER Programme via LAGs)​

Local Action Groups (LAGs) on Gotland​

  • What: EU-funded rural development program managed by Local Action Groups, supporting projects that benefit the local economy and community.
  • Why Us: Establishing part of our operations or regular retreats on Gotland can boost the local economy, create jobs, and enhance community well-being, fitting LEADER objectives. Our Frontperson’s local presence is key.
  • Amount: Typically smaller grants: 50 000–200 000 SEK (covers ~2–6% of our net funding need). Useful for specific local initiatives.
  • How: Our CEO will coordinate applications with the relevant Gotland LAG(s). Our Frontperson’s engagement strengthens the local connection. Target application: Q2 2025.

🌍 Impact Investment Funds​

European Impact Investment Fund​

  • What: Investments from funds seeking measurable social and/or environmental impact alongside financial returns.
  • Why Us: Our focus on improving mental health and well-being provides a clear, measurable social impact, making us attractive to impact investors.
  • Amount: Investments typically range from 500 000–2 000 000 EUR (~5 500 000–22 000 000 SEK). Exceeds initial need, supports scaling impact.
  • How: Our CEO will lead outreach to relevant impact funds. Our Frontperson will highlight our social impact metrics and community engagement model. Target application/pitching: Q3 2025.

🤝 Corporate Partnerships​

Health and Wellness Corporate Sponsor/Partner​

  • What: Strategic partnerships or sponsorships with corporations in the health, wellness, or technology sectors.
  • Why Us: Our platform offers a valuable tool for corporate wellness programs, providing employees access to mental health resources, AI coaching, and potentially retreats.
  • Amount: Potential sponsorship/partnership value: 300 000–1 000 000 SEK annually (covers ~10–32% of our net funding need). Can also provide strategic benefits.
  • How: Our CEO will identify and pitch potential corporate partners. Our Frontperson can showcase the platform’s benefits for employee well-being and engagement. Target engagement: Q4 2025.

🏆 Government Innovation Challenges​

Nordic Health Innovation Challenge​

  • What: Competitions often backed by government agencies seeking innovative solutions to specific health challenges (e.g., mental health tech).
  • Why Us: Our AI-driven platform directly addresses the growing need for accessible and effective mental health solutions, a key focus area for Nordic health initiatives.
  • Amount: Prize money or grants typically range from 200 000–800 000 SEK (covers ~6–26% of our net funding need). Also provides visibility.
  • How: Our CEO will oversee the application/submission process. Our Frontperson can present our solution compellingly at challenge events. Monitor and apply for relevant challenges in Q2 2025.

🌟 Social Impact Bonds (SIBs)​

Mental Health Impact Bond​

  • What: An innovative funding model where private investors fund social programs, and returns are based on achieving pre-defined positive social outcomes (e.g., improved population mental health metrics).
  • Why Us: If we can demonstrate measurable improvements in user well-being scores or reduced healthcare utilization related to mental health, we could be a strong candidate for an SIB structure.
  • Amount: Potential funding via SIB: 500 000–1 500 000 SEK initially (covers ~16–48% of our net funding need), potentially more based on outcomes.
  • How: Requires collaboration with government bodies or NGOs to define outcomes and structure the bond. Our CEO would lead these complex negotiations. Our Frontperson would advocate for our platform's impact potential. Explore feasibility: Q4 2025.

🌍 Join the Journey to Fund Inner Growth​

Inner Journey is more than just an app; it's a movement fostering real human growth, amplified by intelligent AI. Our CEO is strategically pursuing these diverse funding avenues, while our Frontperson continues to inspire and connect with our global community.

Ready to invest in the future of well-being? Explore our platform, see the vision, and consider becoming a part of our funding journey! 🚀