Frequently Asked Questions

FUSE is the national membership-led body that unites and represents Uganda's social enterprises. We support, promote, and advocate for social entrepreneurs by providing resources, training, marketing, and policy influence to drive inclusive growth.

FUSE stands for The Federation of Uganda Social Enterprises. We champion social entrepreneurship by mobilizing resources, providing domestic and international markets, capacity-building programs, and advocating for policies that support the sector's growth.

FUSE's physical address is located in Kampala, Uganda — Delight House, Nalya, Kampala.

Social entrepreneurship addresses Uganda's most pressing challenges, such as poverty, unemployment, income inequality, education, health, environment, among others, through innovative business solutions. FUSE ensures these enterprises thrive by providing tools, networks, and advocacy.

Yes! We welcome volunteers and interns who want to contribute to Uganda's social entrepreneurship growth. Contact us for opportunities.

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You can join FUSE as a social enterprise member or a supporter member (individuals, NGOs, private sector, development partners, etc.). Visit our Membership page or contact us directly to complete the membership application process.

Members enjoy:

• Seed capital for startups
• Resource mobilization support
• Free training & mentorship
• Access to domestic & international markets
• Policy representation & advocacy
• Networking & promotional opportunities
• Inclusion in Uganda's national social enterprise registry
• Market for products/services

Individuals, social enterprises, NGOs, embassies, private companies, cooperatives, academic institutions, and development partners can join as supporters to promote inclusive growth in Uganda's social enterprise sector.

Absolutely! Members get free publicity, media promotion, and can use the FUSE logo on their products, websites, and publications for credibility.

Definitely! We prioritize women, youth, and marginalized groups through targeted programs, funding, and mentorship.

Yes! FUSE maintains a national registry of active social enterprises. You can search by keyword to find or support a social enterprise.

• Increased trust from investors, buyers & government
• Priority access to funding & capacity-building programs
• Eligibility for FUSE's seed capital & grants
• Public recognition in Uganda's official social enterprise registry

Yes! FUSE maintains a National Registry of Verified Social Enterprises, offering credibility through:

• Certification as a recognized Ugandan social enterprise
• Due diligence to confirm social impact and governance standards
• Eligibility for funding & partnerships (many donors require FUSE verification)

• Apply for FUSE membership
• Submit documentation (business model, impact reports, legal status)
• Undergo vetting by FUSE's accreditation team
• Receive certification upon approval

Yes! We offer seed capital for startups and share funding opportunities through our regular funding bulletins.

We provide:

• Business coaching & mentorship
• Market linkages & networking platforms
• Policy engagement & public promotion
• Capacity-building training
• A trusted national registry of social enterprises
• Research

Our dedicated policy team engages with stakeholders to advocate for favorable policies, regulations, and support systems for Uganda's social enterprise sector.

Development partners (NGOs, international agencies, donors, and embassies) can work with FUSE through:

• Funding & grants for high-impact social enterprises
• Capacity-building programs for entrepreneurs
• Policy advocacy to shape an enabling environment
• Market linkages to connect social enterprises with buyers
• Research & data sharing on Uganda's social enterprise sector

• Trusted Network: Access pre-vetted, high-impact social enterprises.
• Policy Influence: Co-create programs aligned with national development goals.
• Efficiency: Avoid duplication by leveraging FUSE's existing network.
• Impact Measurement: Get data on social enterprises and their impact.

Yes! We offer:

• Program design & implementation support
• Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) for impact tracking
• Grassroots reach to marginalized communities

• Regular progress reports
• Financial accountability in fund utilization
• Joint impact assessments