D-Prize Challenge 2027 for Social Entrepreneurs to fight Poverty ($USD 20,000)

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Application Deadline: May 17 2026 at 23:59 Pacific Time, UTC -7

Applications are now open for the 2027 D-Prize Challenge. D-Prize seed new organizations
distributing proven poverty solutions, all aiming to scale.

Eligibility Requirements

• D-Prize challenges are open to anyone or any team.
• The sole restriction is that individuals and their immediate family on the judging panel may not participate as contestants.
• D-Prize is also open to any business model (for-profit, non-profit, and everything in between).
• All winners will be awarded up to $20,000.
• The award is offered in the form of a convertible grant.

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.

Application Timeline

• Submission deadline for early decision round: May 17 2026 at 23:59 Pacific Time, UTC -7
• Regular submission deadline: June 7 2026 at 23:59 PT
• Extension deadline (limited to people who register): June 28 2026 at 23:59 PT

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the D-Prize Challenge