iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE 2026

iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE 2026 is sponsored by iF Design. Awards funding and exposure to implemented projects aligning with UN SDGs that demonstrate design-driven social impact. This program should be reviewed carefully against your organization's mission, staffing capacity, timeline, and compliance readiness before you commit resources to a full application. Strong submissions usually translate sponsor priorities into concrete objectives, clear implementation milestones, and measurable public benefit.

For planning purposes, treat May 20, 2026 as your working submission target unless the sponsor publishes an updated notice. A competitive project plan should include a documented need statement, implementation approach, evaluation framework, risk controls, and a realistic budget narrative. Even when a grant allows broad program design, reviewers still expect credible evidence that the proposed work can be executed within the grant period and with appropriate accountability.

Current published award information indicates Share of EUR 100,000 Organizations should verify the final funding range, matching requirements, and allowability rules directly in the official opportunity materials before preparing a budget. Finance and program teams should align early so direct costs, indirect costs, staffing assumptions, procurement timelines, and reporting obligations all remain consistent throughout drafting and post-award administration.

Eligibility guidance for this opportunity is: Organizations, NGOs, social enterprises with implemented projects (no student concepts) If your organization has partnerships, subrecipients, or collaborators, define responsibilities and compliance ownership before submission. Reviewers often look for implementation credibility, so letters of commitment, prior performance evidence, and a clear governance model can materially strengthen the application narrative and reduce concerns about delivery risk.

A practical approach is to begin with a focused readiness review, then build a workback schedule from the sponsor deadline. Confirm required attachments, registration dependencies, and internal approval checkpoints early. This reduces last-minute issues and improves submission quality. For the most accurate requirements, always rely on the official notice and primary source links associated with iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE 2026.

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Supported Projects since 2017 FAQ MAGAZINE All Articles iF Newsletter Podcast Trend Report Submit your social project by 20 May 2026 for the first round of the iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE 2026! Find all information below.

Jump to Section Categories DATES & BENEFITS EVALUATION CRITERIA JURY PANEL FAQ CATEGORIES DATES & BENEFITS EVALUATION CRITERIA JURY PANEL FAQ EMPOWERING THOSE WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE The iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE supports projects that contribute to improving our society. If you work towards achieving one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, your project is eligible. Applying is free of charge.

Every year iF Design donates EUR 100,000 to support the best projects submitted to the iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE. Your project should already be established and must be related to design (this is now one of the five evaluation criteria) . You can apply with the same project a maximum of two times.

Student concepts are not accepted. iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE - Overview English German Dutch, Flemish Chinese, traditional iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE 2026 - Overview - EN English (PDF 1857 KB) An international jury of experts in the social sector has decided to support the following outstanding projects with prize money totaling EUR 100,000 . Download both brochures and see how the winners solve various problems with innovation and courage.

DOWNLOAD WINNER BROCHURE 1 DOWNLOAD WINNER BROCHURE 2 Categories - the UN Sustainable Development Goals (1-15) All submissions should be in line with one of the following 15 UN SDGs.

Goodhealth and well-being Clean water and sanitation Affordable and clean energy Decent work and economic growth Industry, innovation and infrastructure Sustainable cities and communities Responsible consumption and production Registration for the first round is open until 20 May 2026 23:59 CET.

Social projects that are supported with the iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE benefit from this: Publication on our iF Design Website They will be presented to a global design community, the design-interested public and the media. The projects selected by the jury receive an individual winner certificate.

Evaluation Criteria & Jury Process The jury evaluates all projects based on five updated criteria, considering each project's individual aspects. Providing answers to some or all of these questions in your participation materials will help the jury to understand your project better. Does it reflect or promote high moral-ethical standards?

Sensivity for cultural traditions and power relations Concern for common goals and the collective Awareness of environmental standards Does it have a connection to design? Usage of design principles in the creation process (i. e.

design thinking) Design is one target of the project (enabeling the usage of design/creativity) Elements of the project use design (i. e. campaign branding) Reasonable amount of effort Does it balance effort and use value?

Efficient use of resources Feasibility and ease of implementation Does it create a positive experience? Respect for the individual, justice and fairness, positive experience and fun Strengthening group relations Addressing social conflict through dialogue Based on five evaluation criteria, the jurors evaluate each submitted project individually in an online jury session and later jointly decide on the finalists.

Their number is flexible and depends on the total number of applications. iF Design aims to build a strong network behind its non-profit prize. Since 2024, the jury of the Social Impact Prize has been made up of independent, rotating experts who are closely familiar with the social sector.

Jury Panel for the iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE Frequently Asked Questions What are the elements of my application? Can I submit several concepts at once? Do you accept Chinese characters?

All these questions and many more in our FAQ page. The iF team is happy to advise and assist you! Many answers can also be found on the iF Design Website, in the overview PDF or in the FAQs .

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