The world has already invented products and services to end poverty, yet the best are not being distributed at mass-scale. Can you design a business or NGO that solves one of the Distribution Challenges below?
If selected we will award you up to $20,000 USD to launch a pilot version of your new organization in any region where extreme poverty exists.
ELIGIBILITY
D-Prize is for aspiring entrepreneurs from anywhere in the world, of any age, and any background.
EVALUATION PROCESS
Round 1
Submit your concept note and resume(s).
Round 2
Top 5% of entrepreneurs are invited to submit a full 10-page proposal. You will have four weeks to submit.
Final round
Top entrepreneurs interview. Winners will receive up to $20,000 to launch.
Launch
Spend the next three months using your talent to start a venture and help millions of people.
TIMELINE
Select a challenge above and be prepared for the following deadlines:
- The Global Competition launches on September 9th, 2019.
- Early Submission Deadline: October 20th, 2019 at midnight PT (pacific time)
- Regular Submission Deadline: November 10th, 2019 at midnight PT (pacific time)
- Extension Deadline (limited to 200 people who register): December 1st, 2019 at midnight PT (pacific time). Register for an extension.
Click here to read more about the D-Prize Challenge 2020 Prize
