Apply Now: Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2025 – Win Up to $15,000 in Grant Funding

The Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2025 is your gateway to up to $15,000 in grant funding, expert mentorship, and global exposure.

What is the Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge?

The Social Shifters Challenge is an annual international competition designed to fund and support young impact leaders working on solutions to global challenges. Whether you’re running a startup, nonprofit, community initiative, or an unregistered project, if your work aligns with at least one UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), you're invited to apply.

What You’ll Get

• Up to $15,000 USD in grant funding

• Free access to expert support and business development tools

• Global exposure and promotion of your project

• Opportunities to connect with sponsors, mentors, and funders

• Entry into the Global Opportunity Network for ongoing support up to 24 months after submission

Who Can Apply?

You’re eligible if you:

• Are between 18 and 30 years old

• Are the founder or co-founder of your organization

• Lead a project with clear social or environmental impact

• Operate a for-profit, nonprofit, or unregistered initiative

• Have a project that aligns with the UN SDGs

• Are from any country except those under UK sanctions (e.g., Russia, Iran, North Korea, etc.)

Note: Only one submission per entrant is allowed. Multiple entries will lead to disqualification.

Important Dates

• Submission Deadline: 29th August 2025 at 5:00 PM GMT

• Winners Announced: October 2025 (via email)

Awards and Opportunities

Multiple awards are available, ranging from $1,000 to $15,000. You don’t need to apply for each one—one submission enters you into all eligible categories. Awards are based on:

• Your project’s stage and impact

• Available sponsor funding

• Judges’ recommendations

Plus, new sponsors may join throughout the competition, increasing your chances of receiving funding.

What Can You Use the Grant For?

• Project development and scaling

• Equipment and materials

• Team capacity building

• Technical tools and communication efforts

Note: Only 10% of funds can be used for travel. Personal expenses are not allowed.

Responsibilities of Awardees

If you win, you’ll need to:

• Share project updates for 12 months

• Submit financial reports

• Join impact tracking and learning sessions

• Stay in touch with the Social Shifters team

Misuse of funds or false information may lead to withdrawal of the award.

How to Apply

1. Watch the introductory video

2. Read the Challenge Guidelines and FAQs

3. Complete the application form through the official portal

4. Save and edit your work until the deadline

All documents must be in English and comply with format requirements.

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Final Words

This challenge is more than a funding opportunity—it's a launchpad for your future as a social innovator. Social Shifters is here to help you turn bold ideas into global impact. One application can unlock mentorship, training, and funding opportunities for years to come.

Apply now and change the world!

Visit the Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge portal to get started.