Misk Community’s “Challenge for Change” is a competitive 7-week journey designed to help emerging non-profits and social enterprises in Saudi Arabia scale their impact. Participants benefit from intensive bootcamps, specialized mentorship, and the chance to win a 1 million SAR grant.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Accelerator Program & Grant Competition
- For: Emerging Non-profits and Social Enterprises in Saudi Arabia
- Key Benefits: 1 Million SAR Grant per track, Mentorship, Bootcamps, and Network Access
- Application Deadline: April 4, 2026
- Location: Hybrid (In-person bootcamps and remote mentoring)
Challenge For Change Overview
“Challenge for Change” is an intensive program aimed at empowering social impact organizations to solve global challenges. The program is divided into three specialized tracks: Technology, Health and Quality of Life, and Environment. Over seven weeks, participants undergo a transformative experience that includes hybrid learning, practical guidance on initiative design, and rigorous impact measurement planning. The program concludes with a competitive pitch where one winner from each track receives a substantial financial grant to bring their vision to life.
Key Benefits
- Financial Support: A grant of 1 million SAR awarded to the winner of each of the three tracks.
- Expert Mentorship: One-on-one sessions with specialists to refine business models and implementation strategies.
- Immunity Sessions: High-pressure “60-second pitch” drills to sharpen communication and defend project ideas.
- Visibility: Opportunities for winners to showcase their results on both local and international platforms.
- Networking: A dedicated event connecting participants with non-profit leaders, partners, and potential collaborators.
Eligibility Criteria
- Geography: The team or organization must be based in Saudi Arabia.
- Youth Focus: The initiative must target youth, with at least 50% of beneficiaries being young people.
- Legal Status: Must be a non-profit (NGO, non-profit company, or endowment) or a certified social enterprise under 3 years old.
- Track Record: The team must have successfully implemented at least one previous project.
- Commitment: At least 3 team members must be able to attend the 2-month program (evening sessions).
- Sector Alignment: Projects must fit within the Technology, Health & Quality of Life, or Environment tracks.
How to Apply
To apply, create a personal account on the Misk Hub platform, select the “Challenge for Change” program, and submit your application. Shortlisted candidates will undergo further evaluation and interviews.
- Application Deadline: April 4, 2026
- Apply Here: https://hub.misk.org.sa/ar/programs/community/challenge-for-change/
About Misk Community
Misk Community is an initiative by the Misk Foundation dedicated to supporting young people in serving their society. It creates channels for dialogue, idea development, and capacity building within the non-profit sector in Saudi Arabia, fostering social innovation and community leadership.
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