About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the iF Social Impact Prize 2026 , an international initiative by iF Design that supports projects creating measurable social and environmental impact in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The prize recognizes innovative initiatives tackling global and community challenges through social innovation, sustainability, community development, and corporate responsibility.
Each year, selected projects share a €100,000 funding pool while gaining international recognition and exposure through the iF Design platform.
Focus Areas
Projects should contribute to one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including: No Poverty Zero Hunger Good Health and Well-being Quality Education Gender Equality Clean Water and Sanitation Affordable and Clean Energy Decent Work and Economic Growth Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Reduced Inequalities Sustainable Cities and Communities Responsible Consumption and Production Climate Action Life Below Water Life on Land
Eligibility
Applications are open to: Companies NGOs Foundations Social enterprises Design studios Public sector organisations Entrepreneurs Please note: Student concepts and student-only submissions are not eligible . Evaluation Criteria Applications will be assessed based on: Measurable social impact Alignment with the UN SDGs Innovation and creativity Sustainability and long-term impact Practical implementation Scalability Clarity of concept and execution The iF Social Impact Prize offers organisations the opportunity to secure funding while showcasing impactful solutions to a global audience committed to sustainable development and social innovation.
Eligible Projects The programme welcomes projects such as: Social innovation initiatives Community development programmes Environmental sustainability projects Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives NGO-led interventions Social enterprises Design-driven solutions with measurable impact Projects must already be implemented or actively delivering real-world social impact. Benefits Selected projects will receive: A share of the €100,000 annual funding pool International visibility through the iF Design platform Global media exposure Official iF Social Impact Prize Winner Certificate Recognition by an international jury Networking opportunities within the global design and innovation community Apply Here: https://ifdesign.
com/en/if-social-impact-prize
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