raiSE Social Impact Grant Prize
S$100,000 - S$300,000
Who Should Apply?
We welcome social enterprises that leverage technology to address pressing social needs in Singapore. Whether your venture involves AI-driven solutions, or innovative hardware, you should demonstrate a clear path to sustainable, scalable impact. Preference is given to startups already registered as business entities (excluding sole proprietorships) in Singapore, but international ventures committed to generating local social impact are also encouraged to apply, as long as the venture is committed to setting up a Singapore entity.
Why It Matters
Technology and urban innovation can profoundly reshape how we tackle challenges in healthcare, education, infrastructure, and beyond. By supporting early-stage ventures that combine strong business fundamentals with impact-driven strategies, the raiSE Social Impact Grant Prize ignites transformative change—ranging from creating inclusive employment opportunities for marginalised communities to social innovation advancing smart-city solutions that enhance daily life. Winning startup(s) may receive up to SGD $300,000 in funding, as well as mentorship and support to refine, scale, and sustain their social impact initiatives.
What You Can Expect
- Milestone-Based Funding
Disbursements are released upon achieving mutually agreed social impact goals—whether that’s piloting a new technology, reaching user adoption targets, or rolling out urban prototypes. - Ecosystem Engagement
Become part of a dynamic community of changemakers, tapping into partnerships, resources, and specialized support. - Tailored Guidance
Strengthen your business model, impact strategy, and product roadmap with expert insights and capacity-building initiatives. - Increased Visibility
Present your solution to investors, partners, and the broader ecosystem, broadening your reach and influence.
The raiSE Social Impact Grant Prize is far more than a funding opportunity—it’s a springboard for scaling growth, fostering social impact, and demonstrating how technology and urban solutions can drive a more inclusive future. Seize this chance to secure resources, elevate your profile, and help transform communities for the better. Apply today.
GRANT PARTNER
The Singapore Centre for Social Enterprise, raiSE, provides financing, capacity-building, and strategic networks for both emerging and established social enterprises. raiSE champions a double bottom line approach—ensuring financial sustainability while delivering social impact—and advocates for proportionality, aligning an enterprise’s social contribution with its business growth.
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