Gap in Between: Startup Challenge 2025

The Gap in Between Startup Challenge is an international call to boost entrepreneurship as a driver of social and environmental transformation. It seeks to identify and showcase startups that are developing innovative solutions to today’s most urgent challenges, and connects impact-driven entrepreneurs with resources, capital, and strategic allies. The challenge features two maturity levels (Early Stage and Growth Stage) and offers prizes, investor access, and networking opportunities at a global level.

Prizes for Early-Stage and Growth-Stage winners, access to a network of investors and mentors, and matchmaking with ecosystem players; 4YFN and South Summit participation opportunities.

Startups must be legally incorporated for at least one year, have a validated MVP and a sustainable business model, fit within one of the challenge’s verticals, and generate positive social or environmental impact.

Startups must complete the online application form detailing their proposal, traction metrics, business model, impact, and team.