D-Prize Challenge 2026

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The D-Prize Challenge 2026 offers startup grants to social entrepreneurs launching new organizations aimed at poverty alleviation. It runs a multi-round selection process, with the top teams receiving funding to pilot and scale their ideas. Grants awarded are up to $20,000 to help launch new ventures.

Benefits

Grants up to $20,000 to launch; participation in a multi-round evaluation process leading to funding for startup activities

Eligibility

D-Prize is for new organizations, with most awardees being first-time entrepreneurs who have not yet launched their organization or raised other funding.

Application

Submit a two-page concept note and resumes; proceed through rounds including written responses and interviews; final selection grants up to $20,000

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Opportunity Details

TypeCompetition

LocationOnline

Study level Early-career professional

Open toWorldwide eligibility implied by

Business / Entrepreneurship Economics / Finance Open to all subjects

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