February 3, 2025

Building the Future: The Next Frontier Incubator and Small Grants

Since its inception, the school has achieved remarkable milestones in transforming the lives of alumni and their communities through the Beyond St Jude’s Scholarship Program (BSJSP). Over the years, the program has secured 118 international scholarships and provided 860 national scholarships, with 385 alumni successfully graduating from universities across Tanzania.

As BSJSP celebrates 10 years of impact, we are excited to introduce a groundbreaking initiative, the Next Frontier Incubator and Small Grants, designed to drive innovation and create even greater opportunities for our alumni.

When you hear the word ‘incubation,' what comes to mind? At St Jude’s, it’s more than just a concept; it’s a thriving innovation hub.

But what does this mean for our students and alumni?

Every great journey starts with a first step. For our Forms 3 to 6 students and alumni, that first step is submitting their business ideas to join the incubation program. Once selected, participants undergo a structured process, including a screening phase, expert-led boot camps, online lessons, and one-on-one mentorship. Guided by a team of mentors, they develop essential business skills, such as creating business models and securing funding. Those who successfully complete the program can compete for grants ranging from $200 to $5000, helping them turn their ideas into impactful, innovative solutions.

What’s next after Incubation?

Those with active products or services will be listed in an Alumni Business Directory, accessible by St Jude’s Purchasing team and advertised to staff and alums. Alumni who are medical doctors will be featured in the Medical Equipment Wishlist, giving them access to hospital equipment from St Jude’s international partners whenever an opportunity arises. With sustainability at its core, the program ensures it will continue empowering future generations of alumni entrepreneurs.

The excitement grows as the first cohort embarks on its journey, and with applications for the second cohort opening in May, even more students and alumni will have the chance to bring their ideas to life.

Ready to join the next cohort? Applications for May will open soon. For any inquiries about the program, contact alumni@schoolofstjude.co.tz or 0766 200 609. We’ll be happy to assist!