D-Prize 2026 for Early-stage Entrepreneurs

D-Prize 2026 is a global seed funding program for early-stage entrepreneurs aiming to distribute proven, evidence-based solutions to reduce poverty. It offers up to $20,000 in funding per winner, in the form of a convertible grant, to help founders launch scalable social impact ventures. The program focuses on implementation and distribution of existing solutions rather than developing new or untested products.

Up to $20,000 in funding per winner; convertible grant.

Most awardees are first-time entrepreneurs; applicants from low- and middle-income countries are encouraged. Organisations with more than 18 months of full-time operations or more than $30,000 raised are typically not supported.

Select a challenge and submit by the listed deadlines (Global Competition launches 7 April 2026; Early Submission due 17 May 2026; Regular submission due 7 June 2026; Extension 28 June 2026).