# D-Prize Challenge 2026/2027 for Social Entrepreneurs to fight Poverty ($USD 20,000)

Competition · [D-Prize](https://future.moroccanz.org/org/d-prize.md)

The D-Prize Challenge 2026/2027 invites social entrepreneurs to submit proposals for poverty-fighting solutions. It offers up to $20,000 for the top winners. Open to new organizations from low- and middle-income countries.

## Key details
- Deadline: 6 Dec 2026
- Location: US
- Pay: USD 20,000
- Covers: Cash grant
- Posted: 18 Sept 2026

## What to prepare
- Submit a two-page concept note
- Prepare a resume
- Answer short written questions
- Participate in phone and email interviews

## How to apply
- Online, on d-prize.org: https://d-prize.org/home
- two-page concept note
- resume(s)
- Original post: [Opportunities for Africans](https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/d-prize-challenge-2026-2027-for-social-entrepreneurs-to-fight-poverty/)

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