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2027 F. M. Kirby Impact Prize

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The F. M. Kirby Impact Prize offers an unrestricted $150,000 award to impact-driven enterprises scaling solutions to social or environmental challenges globally.

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Organiser: Duke University Fuqua School of Business
Deadline: December 2, 2026
Cycles: 2027 F. M. Kirby Impact Prize · deadline December 2, 2026
Opens: October 22, 2026
Amount: $150,000 · Prize
Open to: Anywhere
Sectors: Social impact

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Who can apply to 2027 F. M. Kirby Impact Prize?

Founders from anywhere can apply. The company must already be incorporated. Only startups in these sectors qualify: Social impact. Other requirements: Minimum annual operating budget of $250,000; At least 3 consecutive years of KPI data demonstrating impact and reach; Must have US tax presence (US taxpayer/EIN/501(c)3/fiscal sponsorship).

When is the 2027 F. M. Kirby Impact Prize deadline?

The 2027 F. M. Kirby Impact Prize deadline is December 2, 2026. Upcoming cycles: 2027 F. M. Kirby Impact Prize · deadline December 2, 2026. Applications opened on October 22, 2026.

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