Rebread, a pioneering bread-surplus-to-value startup, transforms unused bread into sustainable food and beverage products. With expertise in bread-saving processes, recipes, and manufacturing, they are pioneering new solutions in the industry.
EXEQ supported Rebread by securing funding for R&D to develop a non-dairy pro- and postbiotic beverage, using surplus bread as the growth substrate, in line with their strategic goals.
Scope
- Grant Writing
- Application Process
Innovating Sustainable Solutions to Address Surplus Bread Waste
Driven by a vision to tackle global surplus bread waste, Rebread aimed to expand its strategy by developing innovative solutions with broad impact using its unique biotechnologies. The company sought support in securing funding to develop a non-dairy beverage formula with probiotic and postbiotic properties, using surplus bread as a fermentation substrate. The challenge was to demonstrate proven health benefits and ensure the formula’s efficacy throughout scale-up and its shelf life.
EXEQ Facilitates the Application Process and Funding Success
EXEQ played a key role in turning this vision into reality by providing essential guidance and funding support. We offered expert assistance throughout the grant application process, ensuring the project met all funding criteria with a focus on innovation, detailed budget planning, and a structured work plan. Additionally, EXEQ managed the consortium during the application phase, facilitating smooth collaboration and ensuring timely submission.
Securing Funding for Innovative Non-Dairy Probiotic Beverages through Swiss-Polish Collaboration
- Compelling grant application submitted to the Swiss Polish Cooperation Programme (2024)
- Application selected as one of 16 projects recommended for financing out of 97 submitted
- €407k in funding secured to develop first non-dairy beverages with probiotic and postbiotic properties
- Strengthened collaboration between Polish businesses and a renowned Swiss R&D institution
