£150,000 is serious money, and the 100x Impact Accelerator is one of the few programmes that actively wants ventures from emerging markets. Its stated goal is for 70% of its portfolio to come from those markets.
The bar is high, though. You need a proven solution with evidence, not just a good idea.
About the Programme
100x Impact is based at the London School of Economics (LSE). The 2027/28 call is open to for-profit and nonprofit social ventures worldwide, and the listing says it includes eligible ventures in Africa.
Applications opened on September 29, 2026. Due diligence runs from January to April 2027, final decisions come in July 2027, and the programme is expected to begin in September 2027.
Benefits
- £150,000 in catalytic funding for selected ventures.
- A tailored 16-week accelerator.
- A longer-term partnership focused on scaling your impact.
- Strategic support and research expertise from LSE.
- Access to funders, advisers, partners and peer organisations.
Follow-on funding is possible but the page says it is not guaranteed. Plan as if the £150,000 is what you are getting.
Eligibility Criteria
- A for-profit or nonprofit social venture with a proven solution and evidence of results.
- A clearly defined problem, evidence of impact and growth, and a capable team.
- A credible plan to scale, with potential for system-level change.
- Work in one of these sectors: health and social care, education, climate and environment, equitable economies, happiness and wellbeing, or refugees and social cohesion.
- Open worldwide, including ventures in Africa. Nigeria is not named, so confirm on the official portal.
Documents Needed to Apply
The listing does not publish a document list, so expect the online form to ask for evidence of your impact, your team, your finances and your scaling plan.
- Impact data showing the results your solution has delivered.
- Profiles of your leadership team.
- Financial statements and a funding history.
- A scaling plan with clear milestones.
Your scaling plan will carry a lot of weight. If you need help turning it into a document funders take seriously, see our business plan services.
Key Details at a Glance
Programme: 100x Impact Accelerator Programme 2027/28
Organizer: 100x Impact, London School of Economics (LSE)
Eligible location: Social ventures worldwide, including Africa (confirm Nigeria on the official portal)
Funding available: £150,000 catalytic funding plus a 16-week accelerator
Application deadline: November 2, 2026
How to Apply
- Read the programme details on the 100x Impact website.
- Gather your impact evidence, team details and financials.
- Submit your application through the official application page.
- Apply before November 2, 2026.
The page advises applying early. Take that seriously, since the evidence you need takes time to compile.
Final Thoughts
The timeline is long, with funding decisions only in mid-2027. Still, for a venture with real results, £150,000 and an LSE network is hard to beat.
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