Call For Applications: The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge 2024 for innovative agriculture startups ($1 Million USD in funding)
The THRIVE Global Impact Challenge is a global search for the most innovative startups that are advancing a more sustainable future for agriculture.
Selection Criteria
These selection criteria will help us identify and support startups and entrepreneurs who are actively working towards creating sustainable and impactful solutions aligned with our mission and vision.
Seed to Series A:
Applicants should be early-stage startups or entrepreneurs at the seed to Series A stage. We welcome innovative ideas and solutions that have the potential for growth and scalability.
Global Applicants:
We invite applications from around the world. Entrepreneurs and startups from any country or region are encouraged to apply, as we value diverse perspectives and global collaboration.
Adhesion to Focus Areas:
Applicants should demonstrate a clear alignment with one or more of the above focus areas. Solutions should address the specific challenges within these areas and offer innovative approaches for positive impact.
Proven Climate & Environmental Impact (Preferred):
While not mandatory, we highly value applicants who can demonstrate a proven impact on climate and the environment. This includes showcasing tangible outcomes, data-driven results, or successful implementation of solutions that have positively influenced sustainability, carbon reduction, biodiversity, or other environmental aspects.
Benefits
Finalists from each theme will advance to the finals and pitch at the THRIVE Global Impact Summit where the overall winner will be announced.
The Winning company receives the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge Award in addition to the following:
- A place on THRIVE’s award-winning Global Accelerator Program
- Investment from SVG Ventures up to $1 Million USD
- Opportunity to pitch live at THRIVE Global Impact Summit in Silicon Valley
- Two Complimentary tickets to attend THRIVE Global Impact Summit & pre-summit networking reception
Deadline: July 12, 2024
