Allianz x Social Shifters MoveNow Social Innovation Challenge 2026

About

The MoveNow Social Innovation Challenge backs young people building solutions to social and environmental problems in underserved communities. Categories: Move the Mind (financial confidence in the digital economy), Move the Body (closing health gaps) and Move Society (community-led climate resilience). What you get: a USD 90,000 grant pool, with USD 30,000 per category (one USD 10,000 award and four USD 5,000 awards each), plus submission support, learning materials and an Allianz business mentor for finalists. Who can apply: individuals or teams aged 18-30, anywhere in the world, with youth-led projects for and from underserved communities. How to apply: submit through the Social Shifters website before 18 December 2026, 5pm UTC.

Eligibility — verbatim from the source

Youth-led startups, ventures or projects addressing a defined social or environmental challenge, built for and from underserved communities. Open worldwide.

Requirements

• Age: 18-30

What you get

• USD 90,000 total pool
• USD 10,000 and USD 5,000 awards per category
• Allianz mentor for finalists

Important dates

• Deadline: Dec 18, 2026

Location

Remote