Shift Impact Grant 2026

About

An opportunity providing $25,000 USD in unrestricted funding for nonprofits, social ventures, or startups focused on sustainability initiatives in technology. Participants can deploy resources flexibly to create meaningful environmental impacts while being supported in their efforts to drive positive change. The application process includes a written submission and an optional video pitch to showcase their projects.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  $25,000 USD in unrestricted funding
• 🎯Resource Flexibility
  Flexibility to deploy resources where they can make the greatest impact
• 🌱Sustainability Support
  Support for sustainability initiatives that create meaningful and measurable environmental impact

Eligibility Criteria

• Be a nonprofit, social venture, or startup that is legally registered or fiscally sponsored in Canada or the U.S.
• Serve communities within Canada or the U.S.
• Lead sustainability initiatives in tech (e.g climate tech, software, sustainable hardware, clean energy)

Participation Commitments

• Submit a short written application about your organization and why you’re applying for the Shift Impact Grant (max. 1200 words)
• Include a video pitch (optional) to show what excites you about your project (max. 2 mins)
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to submit additional details on how their project will help drive positive environmental change in the tech space

Target Region

Canada and the U.S.

Target Sector

Environmental Technology