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MoveNow Social Innovation Challenge 2026

Allianz x Social Shifters

A global challenge offering grant awards to youth-led social startups and projects in three categories, totalling $90,000 USD.

Award
$90,000 USD total; $5,000 and $10,000 USD awards, with $30,000 per category
Who can apply
Open worldwide
Where
Global, remote possible
Deadline
18 Dec

About the programme

The MoveNow Social Innovation Challenge supports young impact founders whose startups or projects tackle social or environmental issues. Applications fall into one of three award categories: Financial Confidence in the Digital Economy, Closing the Health Gap (equality in health ecosystems), and Community-Led Climate Resilience. Successful founders receive grant awards of $5,000 or $10,000 USD, plus free startup support, learning materials, an Allianz business mentor for finalists, and access to a year-round opportunities network. Solutions for and from underserved communities are prioritised, and inclusive design and digital accessibility are encouraged.

Eligibility

  • Founders leading the startup or project must be between 18 and 30 years old and have clear decision-making authority
  • Startup or project must address a clearly defined social or environmental issue and have measurable social outputs and impact
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What they look for

  • Solutions both for and from underserved communities are prioritised
  • Use of AI and emerging technologies is encouraged, with responsible and ethical use of technology and personal data
  • Inclusive design principles and digital accessibility for diverse users

AI use is permitted. Applicants are highly encouraged to leverage AI and emerging technologies, while demonstrating responsible and ethical use of technology and personal data.

How to apply

  1. Submit application by 18 December 2026 (5pm UTC)
  2. First scoring round runs 25 January to 26 February 2027
  3. Finalist shortlisting and announcement in March 2027
  4. Finalist mentoring begins 15 March 2027
  5. Live pitching finals in May 2027
  6. Winners announced in May 2027; grant awards allocated in June 2027

Applications are submitted on Allianz x Social Shifters’s own site. Open Doors helps you prepare; it is not the official application portal.

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