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Global Change Award (GCA) Grant

Foundation

A foundation based in Sweden

In context

This call is open to startups, small and medium-sized businesses and social enterprises and 1 other, at idea and R&D stage, prototype and pilot stage and pre-seed. Coverage is read from the notice itself: any country.

Summary

An annual innovation challenge supporting early-stage changemakers developing solutions to halve the fashion and textile industry's greenhouse gas emissions every decade. Ten winners receive €200,000 each plus a yearlong mentorship and leadership development programme from a Swedish foundation.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 8 Oct 2026Accurate?

About this grant

An annual innovation challenge supporting early-stage changemakers reimagining the fashion and textile industry to halve its greenhouse gas emissions every decade. Each year, ten winners receive €200,000 each and participate in a yearlong Changemaker Programme including ecosystem access, mentorship, and leadership development.

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does this grant offer?
Global Change Award (GCA) offers up to $220K.
Who can apply for Global Change Award (GCA)?
Eligibility covers organisations in GLOBAL; startup, sme, social-enterprise, nonprofit. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.