Call for Applications: D-Prize Global Competition 2026 for Civil Society Organisations

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Are you a budding social entrepreneur, or do you know someone who is? Apply now. The D-Prize competition 2026 offers several focus areas in which entrepreneurs can submit their projects to distribute proven solutions to poverty. Applications are open until 7 juin 2026 (regular deadline), with a possible extension until 28 juin 2026.

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Deadline: 15 Novembre 2026

About | D-Prize Competition for Social Entrepreneurs Worldwide

D-Prize is looking for entrepreneurs who can design a new enterprise that is either not for profit or a social enterprise, and distributes an existing solution to poverty to thousands or even millions of people. We have identified more than a dozen products and services known to reduce poverty. We are now challenging entrepreneurs to design ways to distribute them to people in need.

This year, our goal is to award more than 30 teams up to 20 000 $ each in seed capital to launch a pilot project and test their idea for a new enterprise.

All applications, including concept notes and CVs, must be written in English.

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Who can apply for the D-Prize competition?

D-Prize is aimed at ambitious individuals who are ready to become full-time founders. Whether you are a student, a young professional or already pursuing a career, you must demonstrate a clear entrepreneurial vision and the ability to launch a social startup.

• Open to all backgrounds: individuals or teams, with no nationality restrictions.
• All business models are accepted: NGOs, social enterprises, for-profit or hybrid startups.
• Exclusion: only judging panel members and their immediate families are ineligible to participate.

Key dates for the D-Prize competition

The application process takes place in several stages:

Select an intervention above and note the following deadlines:

• The global competition will begin on 14 septembre 2026.
• Early submission deadline: 25 octobre 2026 at midnight (Pacific Time).
• Standard submission deadline: 15 novembre 2026 at midnight (Pacific Time).
• Extended deadline: 6 décembre 2026 at midnight (Pacific Time).

Decisions are generally communicated within four months of submission

D-Prize competition process and funding

The competition has three phases:

1. Round 1: submission of a 2-page concept note and the team’s CVs.
2. Round 2: shortlisted applicants provide details of their operational plan, budget and milestones.
3. Final Round: interviews with the judging panel by email and telephone.

The most promising projects receive up to 20 000 USD to launch a pilot. The average funding amount is 16 000 USD.

Beyond funding, D-Prize connects winners with its global network and helps them attract additional funding if the pilot is successful.

D-Prize competition funding

• Up to 20 000 USD to launch a pilot project.
• Average funding amount: 16 000 USD.
• Additional support through the D-Prize network to attract future funding.

D-Prize competition assessment criteria

The judging panel, made up of experts in the distribution of social technologies, assesses proposals based on:

• The applicant’s passion and potential: academic background, leadership and skills.
• Focus on distribution: the ability to make a proven solution to poverty accessible.
• Potential to scale up: organisational model and the founder’s commitment.

Proposals must be clear, concise and results-oriented, demonstrating scalability, impact and profitability.

Expected proposal content

The concept note must address several points:

• Describe the organisation’s main activities.
• Identify the barriers to access in the pilot region.
• Explain how the distribution model overcomes them.
• Define the expected short- and long-term impact.
• Present a plan with quantified targets (3 months, 1 year, 2 years).
• Provide a budget estimate for the pilot.
• Outline the long-term vision.
• Detail the team’s composition and commitments.

CVs must highlight leadership experience and relevant achievements.

Expected impact

Projects supported by D-Prize aim to:

• Increase access to vital interventions (health, agriculture, energy, education).
• Reduce inequalities by targeting the most vulnerable populations.
• Create sustainable organisations capable of moving from a pilot to national or regional scale.

By promoting the distribution of proven solutions, D-Prize contributes directly to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

D-Prize 2026 focus areas

Here are the main sectors and challenges offered by D-Prize:

• Health
• Education
• Social services
• Security and governance
• Poverty and inclusion
• Agriculture

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