Sponsored cohorts
Fund cohorts of SMEs through targeted readiness programmes.
Learn moreFor partners
Partner with us to build stronger SMEs at scale.
Six Degrees works with banks, foundations, DFIs, universities, corporates and ecosystem organizations to deliver SME readiness, advisory programmes and stronger pipelines.
Selected experience & relationships
Across institutions, ecosystems and enterprises
Institutional & ecosystem experience
Selected enterprises supported
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How we partner
- 1
Diagnose need
Understand gaps, opportunities and partner objectives.
- 2
Design programme
Co-create tailored solutions with clear goals and metrics.
- 3
Deliver advisory
Run structured programmes with hands-on support.
- 4
Track results
Monitor outcomes, pipeline growth and quality indicators.
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Report impact
Share data-backed insights and impact reports.
Partnership models
SME readiness programmes
Build capabilities and readiness for funding and growth.
Learn moreAdvisory delivery partnerships
Co-deliver advisory services and technical assistance.
Learn moreResearch & ecosystem collaboration
Partner on research, insights and ecosystem strengthening.
Learn more600+
Businesses supported
$3.1M
of $7.2M raised for cohort 1
15+
Sectors reached
Why partners choose Six Degrees
Structured delivery
Proven frameworks and methodologies ensure consistent results.
Stronger SME pipeline
We build investment-ready SMEs with higher quality and lower risk.
Measurable impact
Clear KPIs, dashboards and reports that demonstrate real outcomes.
Bridge-enabled workflows
Our Bridge platform streamlines workflows and reporting.
Refer an SME
Send businesses straight to Bridge
Bridge is our private advisory platform, and every business we work with comes through it. SMEs in your portfolio can apply directly, and partners get their own workspace and referral link to follow how each business progresses.
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Let's build a partnership that drives impact, inclusion and sustainable growth.