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investing $1 million from the Twilio.org Impact Fund in actionable technology
The Twilio.org Climate Tech Prize is investing $1 million from the Twilio.org Impact Fund in actionable technology solutions, addressing both immediate and enduring challenges faced by communities susceptible to climate-induced migration and displacement. At the core of the Twilio.org Prize, in collaboration with GreenBiz, lies a resolute commitment to a future where frontline communities not only survive but thrive in a climate-resilient world. This vision encompasses principles of equitable access to resources and technology, community-led innovations, resilient infrastructure, and unwavering dedication to climate justice and social equity.
This prize is your catalyst—empowering tech-forward nonprofits and early-stage companies with equity-free funding to bolster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in the face of climate change challenges. Apply today to expedite your path towards a future where innovation meets resilience, creating lasting positive impacts on the communities that need it most.
Selected winners will be awarded prize money from a pool of $1,000,000. Five (5) winners will be selected to receive a cash prize of $200,000 each. This is unrestricted funding, and we reserve the right to request additional information on progress, fund use, and growth following selection.
Submissions will be judged according to the following criteria:
Following an interview, finalists will be evaluated and scored by the Judges based upon the following criteria:
Five (5) Winners will be selected to receive a cash prize of $200,000 each. Funding will be allocated by ImpactAssets based on Twilio.org’s recommendation.
Prize funds will be administered directly to winners upon receipt of relevant tax and other required due diligence documentation. Winners are responsible for applicable taxes.
Any non-profit 501(c)(3); international 501(c)(3) equivalents that have obtained equivalency determination or operate under a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt fiscal sponsor; and for-profit organizations and their affiliates that meet the minimum requirements of:
Additional Climate Prize Solution Criteria:
Ineligibility:
*Organizations do not need to be Twilio customers to apply.