Catalyst 2024
Pays early-stage social entrepreneurs building mobile-first solutions that address challenges facing American communities.
Catalyst 2024 is a CTIA Wireless Foundation prize that pays $10,000 to $100,000 to early-stage social entrepreneurs building mobile-first solutions that address challenges facing American communities. The program runs three competitive rounds: up to six finalists advance to an invitation-only second round, and a third-round application narrows the field to three winners plus additional honorable m…
Catalyst looks for early-stage social entrepreneurs using wireless and mobile-first innovation to enhance lives and address challenges in American communities. Organizations led by Black, Indigenous and people of color, women and/or veterans are especially encouraged to apply.
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