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Win funding, mentorship & resources—no equity required. Transform your innovative ideas into world-changing solutions with our competitive grant programs.

$1.5M+ in total prizes
No equity required
Startup founders receiving award

Why Grants Matter

Our grant programs provide crucial non-dilutive funding to breakthrough startups tackling global challenges. Unlike traditional funding, these awards come with no equity requirements—just the expectation to innovate and create meaningful impact.

Winners receive not just funding, but access to our mentor network, technical resources, and ongoing support to scale their solutions globally.

$1.5M+
Total Awards Available
Across all prize categories

Available Prizes

Choose the prize category that best matches your startup's mission and impact area.

Water-Scarcity Innovation Prize
$500K

Breakthrough solutions for global water access and conservation challenges.

AgTech Innovators Challenge
$250K

Revolutionary agricultural technologies for sustainable food production.

Renewable Energy Breakthrough
$750K

Next-generation renewable energy technologies and storage solutions.

Water-Scarcity Innovation Prize
$500K Total Prize Pool

Who Can Apply?

  • Early to growth-stage startups with water-focused technology
  • Demonstrated prototype or pilot program
  • Clear path to scalable impact
  • Team with relevant technical expertise

Award Breakdown

Grand Prize: $300K for overall winner
Runner-up: $150K for second place
Innovation Award: $50K for most creative solution

Competition Timeline

1
Applications Open
March 1, 2025
upcoming
2
Application Deadline
June 15, 2025
upcoming
3
Finalist Selection
August 1, 2025
upcoming
4
Final Presentations
September 15, 2025
upcoming
5
Winner Announcement
October 1, 2025
upcoming

Judging Panel

Dr. Sarah Chen
Dr. Sarah Chen
Water Technology Expert
Michael Rodriguez
Michael Rodriguez
Impact Investor
Amy Thompson
Amy Thompson
Sustainability Leader
AgTech Innovators Challenge
$250K Total Prize Pool

Who Can Apply?

  • AgTech startups with innovative farming solutions
  • Focus on sustainability and efficiency
  • Proven technology validation
  • Scalable business model

Award Breakdown

Grand Prize: $150K for overall winner
Sustainability Award: $75K for environmental impact
Innovation Prize: $25K for breakthrough technology

Competition Timeline

1
Applications Open
April 1, 2025
upcoming
2
Application Deadline
July 15, 2025
upcoming
3
Finalist Selection
September 1, 2025
upcoming
4
Demo Day
October 15, 2025
upcoming
5
Winner Announcement
November 1, 2025
upcoming

Judging Panel

Dr. James Wilson
Dr. James Wilson
Agricultural Innovation Expert
Lisa Park
Lisa Park
Sustainable Farming Advocate
Robert Kim
Robert Kim
AgTech Investor
Renewable Energy Breakthrough
$750K Total Prize Pool

Who Can Apply?

  • Clean energy startups with breakthrough technology
  • Focus on renewable generation or storage
  • Technical feasibility demonstrated
  • Commercial viability potential

Award Breakdown

Grand Prize: $500K for overall winner
Innovation Award: $150K for technical breakthrough
Market Impact Prize: $100K for commercial potential

Competition Timeline

1
Applications Open
February 1, 2025
upcoming
2
Application Deadline
May 15, 2025
upcoming
3
Technical Review
July 1, 2025
upcoming
4
Final Pitch Event
August 15, 2025
upcoming
5
Winner Announcement
September 1, 2025
upcoming

Judging Panel

Dr. Elena Vasquez
Dr. Elena Vasquez
Renewable Energy Researcher
David Chang
David Chang
Clean Tech Investor
Maria Santos
Maria Santos
Energy Policy Expert

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