Applications for the Power of Local Challenge are now open! We are looking for small business ecosystem builders – organizations that provide small businesses with diverse and equitable opportunities like resources, tools, networking, and more. If this sounds like you, then you’re in the right place!
Apply by our Early Entry deadline on January 29th for access to exclusive feedback sessions with the challenge team.
All eligible applicants will receive:
- Feedback from Ashoka and reviewers on their applications.
- Have a chance to connect with a community of changemakers through this challenge (through peer reviews and meeting them through community events).
- Access to self-paced training opportunities to support you in your changemaking journey.
All semifinalists and finalists will:
- All semifinalists will have the opportunity to refine their application based on feedback received.
- Semifinalists and finalists will have access to exclusive opportunities to connect and learn with peers working in the field.
- Finalists will be invited to interact with a panel of expert judges from Ashoka and its partners.
All winners will:A total of 11 winners will be awarded a cash prize of up to $60,000 as follows:
- We will award at least 1 winner in each geographical region: Latin America, East Africa, West Africa, Southern Africa, East Asia.
- Ten Winners will receive $15,000 each.
- One Grand Prize Winner will be selected and will receive $60,000