Create4Good Innovation Fund
Design for good. Build for impact.
Create4Good Innovation Fund (C4G) is where changemakers turn impactful solutions into sustainable ventures. With hands-on support, mentoring, and milestone-based funding, you will deliver solutions that create real impact — not just prototypes.
Highlights
✔ Up to $50,000 non-dilutive funding
✔ Guided mentorship from impact leaders
✔ Immersive workshops, tools & ecosystem access
✔ Annual cohort with Demo Day showcase
Is this programme for you?
This programme is made for you if you are:
- Passionate about solving real-world social challenges
- Interested in designing sustainable impact ventures
- Seeking mentorship and ecosystem access
- Committed to building your social enterprise
- Either students, alumni, or early-stage changemakers
| Not sure if you’re ready? Explore early-stage programmes like the Baby Shark Fund. |
Programme journey
- Apply & clarify
Submit your proposal with a clear problem and vision. - Validate & build
Join immersive workshops, mentorship, and skill-building sessions. - Prototype & pilot
Test your solution in real-world contexts with support and tools. - Pitch & demo
Showcase your venture at Demo Day for follow-up funding opportunities. - Launch & scale
For awarded teams, access further support to grow your impact for the next 12 months.
Participant outcomes
Validate a social problem and solution.
Receive mentorship from experienced changemakers.
Join a vibrant impact-oriented community.
what's next
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Frequently asked questions
I am not from SUTD / My team is not from SUTD. Can we still join this programme?
Yes, we welcome all aspiring founders.. However to be eligible for the Create4Good Innovation Fund grant, at least one member should be affiliated to SUTD through either being an existing student, an alumnus or a past participant of SUTD programmes. Unsure if a past engagement qualifies? Write to us!
How long does this programme last, and what does the commitment look like?
Typically between 10 to 12 weeks. Apart from attending the workshops, you may be expected to complete assignments outside of class (e.g., interviewing customers, preparing pitches and actively consulting your mentor).
As our programmes are designed to take you from zero-to-one in the most efficient way, we encourage you to follow through the full course of the programme. We understand if you have one-off commitments which might affect your attendance, but do make time if you are signing up.
We also have a short introductory programme and one-off events for you to take that first step!
I am not sure if I am ready for this programme.
Our programmes are friendly for all participants and we are excited to witness your development, so you do not have to worry!
Concerned about your commitment? We have a short introductory programme and one-off events for you to take that first step!
What do I need in order to join this programme?
Most of our programmes require that you have an idea of the problem you want to address.
You can choose to join with a pre-formed team, or find like-minded teammates during the programme. We have had many participants who met their teammates during the programme as well!
What can I expect to gain upon completion?
On top of the newly gained knowledge, inspiration and relationships built with like-minded participants, you can expect to create a sustainable model for your impact mission.
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