Deadline: 4-Jun-21
The UN is seeking applications for its Food Systems Summit competition ‘Best Small Business: Good Food for All’ to identify the best small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from across the world transforming food systems for a better tomorrow.
The competition will uncover not only the small businesses and their employees who are leading the charge for more sustainable, inclusive and resilient food systems, but also the ways in which they can be supported to scale up their trades sustainably.
Applicants will be judged according to how their business contributes to healthier, more sustainable and equitable food for the communities they serve; the strength of their vision for the future; and how well they communicate the current and future impact of their business.
Small businesses around the world that help provide healthy food that is good for the environment, good for their communities and create jobs for people locally are invited to apply and share ideas and suggestions for how their countries and economies can maximize their positive impact.
Award Information
- Each of the 50 finalists will be spotlighted as the “Best 50 Small Businesses: Good Food for All”, receive a US$2,000 cash prize and will have the opportunity to actively participate in events around the Pre-Summit in July 2021.
What they’re looking for?
They’re looking for businesses making a positive difference. Maybe you provide healthy, safe food to customers, and encourage them to eat more nutritious choices. Maybe you produce food in a way that benefits nature, or you create jobs through your business. Wherever you are in the world, however you contribute to “good food for all”, they want to hear from you!
Who is eligible?
- The competition is open to any small to medium sized enterprises doing all or most of its activities in the food system, in any country. They are looking for “everyday heroes” like you!
- To qualify, your business must have between 5-250 employees, be legally registered, and operate in compliance with the law. As the applicant, you must be an adult. You must also be a founder of the business or play an active role in its current leadership.
For more information, visit https://www.un.org/en/food-systems-summit/best-small-business-comp
