Do you harbor a vision of establishing an organization that combats poverty? The first D-Prize Global Competition of 2025 is now open, actively seeking bold social entrepreneurs who are ready to make a difference!
The closing date is 08 June 2025.
Funding Opportunities
D-Prize is proud to award up to $20,000 to winning teams aiming to launch innovative nonprofits or social ventures that can scale effective poverty interventions.
Our mission is to support the creation of social impact organizations capable of reaching hundreds, or even thousands, of people in need.
Who Can Apply?
We offer startup grants to entrepreneurs launching new organizations in any low- or middle-income country where extreme poverty persists.
We believe that social impact organizations are uniquely equipped to deliver essential products and services, enhancing lives where they are most needed.
Your Path to Seed Support
To kickstart your organization and propel it towards large-scale impact, follow our Application Process to design a pilot project for your broader vision.
Submit your concept to our twice-annual competition. If selected, you will receive seed support to initiate your journey.
Explore the D-Prize Challenges
Learn more about our high-impact challenges spanning energy, health, agriculture, and many more vital areas.
This year, we are thrilled to introduce a new challenge aimed at distributing the ConnectEd phone-based intervention, designed to enhance foundational literacy and numeracy for underserved primary school learners.
Application Process & Deadlines
This application packet outlines the competition rules, processes, and step-by-step instructions for drafting and submitting your proposal.
Important Submission Deadlines:
- Early Decision Round: May 18, 2025, at 23:59 Pacific Time (UTC -7)
- Regular Submission Deadline: June 8, 2025, at 23:59 PT
- Extension Deadline (for registered participants): June 29, 2025, at 23:59 PT
✔️ Register for an Extension: www.d-prize.org/extension
Submission: Concept Notes and Resumes must be submitted at www.d-prize.org/submit.
For any questions, reach out to the D-Prize team via email at help@d-prize.org.
Seize this incredible opportunity to change lives. Your journey toward creating a better future begins here!
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