MassChallenge Switzerland Accelerator
Funder: MassChallenge Switzerland
Description: Applications Now Open for early-stage global startups seeking mentorship, corporate partnerships, and investor access with no equity taken.
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/eawqiFVk
Catalytic Capital Consortium Grant Call
Funder: Catalytic Capital Consortium
Description: Open Funding Window for ventures deploying climate, energy access, and essential service solutions in emerging markets.
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/eUPsBReV
Social Impact Incubator for Local African Organizations
Funder: Segal Family Foundation
Description: Now Open: Funding Opportunity for locally led organizations in Benin, Senegal, and Togo driving systems-level social impact.
Application Deadline: 15 February 2026
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/gr7UkuqE
Rocket Fuel Pitch Competition – LEAP 2026
Funder: LEAP
Description: Open Opportunity for African Innovators to pitch on a global stage and compete for $1M in equity-free prizes.
Application Deadline: 15 February 2026
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/dRQE_eTC
MIT Solve Step Forward: Essential Innovation Challenge
Funder: MIT Solve
Description: Applications Now Open for innovators advancing solutions in health, education, inclusion, and essential services.
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/duwfc8uD
AWARE Programme for Women Agri-Food Entrepreneurs
Funder: E4Impact Center Kenya
Description: Now Accepting Applications from Kenyan women entrepreneurs in the agri-food value chain for acceleration support and awards.
Application Link: https://bit.ly/4a3JDeU
Catalytic Climate & Sustainability Innovation Funding
Funder: Common Fund for Commodities
Description: Open Funding Window for startups, NGOs, and research teams advancing climate adaptation, mitigation, and sustainable systems.
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/gTHngSmZ
World Food Prize Innovate for Impact Challenge
Funder: World Food Prize Foundation
Description: Open Opportunity for African Innovators building solutions for food security, sustainability, and agricultural transformation.
Application Deadline: 15 April 2026
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/gWSqTeb9
Antler Kenya Pre-Seed Accelerator Programme
Funder: Antler
Description: Applications Now Open for founders ready to validate ideas, build teams, and access up to $100,000 in pre-seed investment.
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/gn7V6a6v
Youth Climate Justice Grants 2026
Funder: Youth Climate Justice Fund
Description: Now Open: Funding Opportunity for youth-led movements addressing climate justice and socio-environmental equity.
Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
Application Link: https://lnkd.in/dKmtFGwP