The Esports World Cup Foundation provides $20M for the development of affiliated clubs

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) announced this week that it is expanding its Club Partner program, its way of supporting the esports club ecosystem around the world. The program is growing to 40 clubs, 10 from its previous number, and has $20 million in funding to expand this. Interested clubs can apply for membership until January 10, and those who are accepted will receive a six-month grant to grow their club.

Out of the 40 slots, the EWCF plans to offer invitations to the top eight clubs in the EWC 2024 competition and leave another 32 slots open for applications (member clubs must renew their membership annually). This year, it plans to target the major markets of China, Southeast Asia, LATAM and MENA. Clubs should have a competitive playing history and social media presence.

Faisal bin Homran, Chief Product Officer of EWCF, said in a statement, “The EWCF Club Partner Program represents a very important step in our work that continues to strengthen the ecosystem of esports clubs around the world and open up opportunities for the world’s fastest growing clubs. – The development of esports markets, such as China. Through this program, we help the affiliated Clubs to attract fans who have activities beyond the game, showing the personality and skills of the players, along with their original stories, and are creating their Clubs as their favorite place for esports entertainment.”

Steve Arhancet, Co-CEO of the esports club Team Liquid, said in a statement, “The inaugural program was a great help to our club, providing important support that strengthened our decision to expand into new positions. It contributed to one of the most successful years in our 24-year history.” , including a successful second place finish in the EWC 2024 Club Championship in 24′. We are excited about the EWCF Club Partner Program in 2025 and the opportunities it brings we continue to be one of the most watched teams in the world.”