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Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2026
Social Shifters, United Kingdom
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Funding amount
Multiple awards of up to US$15,000
Deadline
August 31, 2026
Level
Early Career
Other
Mid Career
What's covered
Grant
Pitch Coaching
Networking
About this opportunity
The Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge supports young founders who are already running projects or startups creating measurable social or environmental impact. Selected founders compete for grant funding while gaining access to a global network, founder support, pitch coaching and visibility. The 2026 challenge is open to youth-led ventures worldwide.
Requirements
- Be 18–30 years old at the time of submission.
- Be a founder with clear decision-making authority.
- Lead a project or startup that is already operating.
- Demonstrate measurable social or environmental impact.
- The venture must be 100% youth-led.
- Demonstrate evidence of impact and potential for further growth.
- Submit the required application materials before the deadline