One business every quarter
Domands Launchpad
Every quarter, we give one early-stage Kenyan business everything it needs to launch online, free. Worth KES 73,000.
Applications open until [date] · [or: Applications for the next quarter open on (date)]
What the chosen business gets
| Part | What's included | Value (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Website | A 5-page website, contact form, map and how-to video | 35,000 |
| Logo Design | Three concepts, two rounds of changes, all files | 12,000 |
| WhatsApp Business Setup | Profile, catalogue, quick replies and greetings | 8,000 |
| Local SEO Setup | Google Business Profile, directory listings, review plan | 18,000 |
| Monthly check-ins | A 30-minute call each month for three months | — |
| Total | 73,000 |
You pay only for your domain and hosting.
Who can apply
- A Kenyan business trading for less than [2 years], registered or in the process of registering.
- A founder who can give about 2 hours a week during the program and send content on time.
- A business with a real product or service and customers, or a clear plan to reach them.
What we ask in return
- Permission to share your story: a case study with your name, logo and results.
- One short testimonial and a short video about your experience.
- A "Built with Domands Launchpad" credit in your website footer.
How it works
Apply (weeks 1–4)
A short form about your business and what you need.
Shortlist (week 5)
We invite three businesses to a 20-minute call.
Announcement (week 6)
We announce the chosen business and start work.
Build (weeks 6–12)
Website, logo, WhatsApp and Google listing, with monthly check-ins.
Launch story (week 13)
We share your results and open the next round.
Apply for Launchpad
We'll let every applicant know by [date]. While you wait, take the Digital Health Check.
Past Launchpad businesses
[Cards for each past cohort business, with their result, once the first round is complete]
FAQs
Is it really free?
Yes. The four services are free; you pay only for your domain and hosting.
How do you choose?
We look for a business where a strong online start will make the biggest difference, and a founder ready to put in the time.
Can I apply again?
Yes, in a later round.
Can NGOs apply?
[Confirm: yes / businesses only.]