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FACEJ II
FACEJ II is a grant-making foundation based in Mali that supports young entrepreneurs, particularly women, in establishing and expanding micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.
Overview
What FACEJ II does
What FACEJ II is
FACEJ II is a grant-making foundation based in Mali that supports young entrepreneurs, particularly women, in establishing and expanding micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports grantor capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Grant Maker
- Founded
- Founded in 2019
- Approximate age
- About 7 years
- Structured capabilities
- Grantor
- Last reviewed
- April 1, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
FACEJ II as a grantor
Grant thesis
FACEJ II aims to support young entrepreneurs in Mali by facilitating the creation and growth of micro and small enterprises, particularly those led by women and those that have a positive environmental impact.
Focus narrative
FACEJ II focuses on supporting young individuals aged 18 to 35 who have completed technical, vocational, or higher education. The fund assists in the creation and growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), with a specific emphasis on green businesses that contribute to sustainable development goals.
Value and support
Beyond funding, FACEJ II provides essential support and guidance to young entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the challenges of starting and growing their businesses. The initiative also fosters community engagement and promotes sustainable practices.
Grant economics
- Grant range
- $0–$10,000
- Dilutive
- No
- Nonprofit only
- No
Availability
- Application state
- Accepting
- Application cycle
- rolling
Eligibility and fit
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Audience
- Founders
- Inclusion focus
- women-founded
- Regions
- AfricaLatin America
Process and recipient context
Application process
The application process involves submitting a proposal for financial support through one of the three guichets offered by FACEJ II. Each guichet targets different stages of business development, from startups to growing businesses and green projects. Detailed guidelines and criteria are provided for applicants to ensure alignment with the fund's objectives.
Recipient context
Notable past grantees include Maya, a business supported by FACEJ, Agaïsha Cosmetic, a cosmetic company that received support, and Boury Savon, a soap manufacturing business that is part of the FACEJ portfolio.
Common questions
What to know about FACEJ II
Upseed classifies FACEJ II under the Grant Maker organization type. Its current public profile includes grantor capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
April 1, 2026
Known limits
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