Deadline: 31-Oct-2025
The Lasting Laos Small Grant Matching Program invites applications from registered MSMEs and young entrepreneurs aged 18–35, operating within the Lao tourism value chain in Vientiane Capital, Vientiane Province, Luang Prabang Province, or Champasak Province, with grant amounts ranging from USD 5,000–10,000, aiming to create innovative, sustainable, and scalable solutions between the TUI Care Foundation and Plan International Germany.
Priority Sectors: Sustainable agri-food processing and supply, innovative solutions to SUP waste (e.g., alternatives, waste reduction systems), textiles and handicrafts with sustainable production methods, other sectors relevant to the tourism value chain.
The program is open to enterprises holding valid Travelife or Lasting Laos sustainability certifications, and strongly encourages female-led enterprises to apply. Through the TUI FutureShapers Laos programme, five grants are available for those seeking to contribute sustainable practices and solutions in prioritized sectors that drive impact within Laos tourism-linked communities. The grant is focused on supporting business operations in key Lao provinces, helping MSMEs and young entrepreneurs leverage sustainability and innovation as strategic tools for scalable enterprise growth within the tourism ecosystem. This initiative is designed to foster sector-wide transformation and boost inclusive participation, particularly encouraging applications from female entrepreneurs and sustainability-minded leaders. Funded jointly by TUI Care Foundation and Plan International Germany, the program specifically targets businesses ready to implement or scale sustainable solutions within the listed priority areas to address pressing development needs.
For more information, visit Lasting Laos.
