Application Deadline: 4 January 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 D-Prize Challenge. D-Prize seed new organizations
distributing proven poverty solutions, all aiming to scale. D-Prize award startup grants of up to $20,000 to entrepreneurs launching new organizations. We believe the world needs more social impact organizations, and we seed for-profit ventures, NGOs, and charities.
ELIGIBILITY
D-Prize is for new organizations. Most of our awardees are first-time entrepreneurs. Most have not yet launched their organization, nor have they raised other funding. We especially encourage those from low-and-middle income countries to apply.
evaluation process
Round 1
Submit your two-page concept note and resume(s). We receive 3000+ submissions per competition.
Round 2
Top 5% of entrepreneurs are invited to answer short written questions. You will have two weeks to draft and submit.
Final round
Top entrepreneurs have phone and email interviews. The top 1% receive up to $20,000 to launch.
Award & Launch
Spend the next few months piloting your idea and building an organization that soon grows to a large scale.
TIMELINE
Select a challenge above and be prepared for the following deadlines:
- The Global Competition launches on 13 October 2025
- Early Submission Deadline: 23 November 2025 at midnight PT (pacific time)
- Regular Submission Deadline: 14 December 2025 at midnight PT (pacific time)
- Extension Deadline: 4 January 2026 at midnight PT (pacific time)
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the D-Prize Challenge
