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Resolution Social Venture Challenge

Up to $5,000 USD per team (seed funding grant)

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Multi-step competition at partner conferences worldwide that identifies undergraduate social entrepreneurs and awards them lifelong Resolution Fellowships — including up to $5,000 in seed funding, dedicated mentorship, pro bono services, and access to the Resolution network of 380+ Fellows in 70+ countries.

What You Get

Seed Funding

Up to $5,000 USD per team to launch the proposed social venture

Lifelong Fellowship

Permanent membership in the Resolution Fellow community (380+ Fellows in 70+ countries)

Dedicated Mentorship

Pair of Guides assigned to each Fellow team providing social venture advice and professional development

Pro Bono Services

Access to professional services (legal, accounting, etc.) through the Resolution network

Network Access

Connection to advisors, socially responsible supporters, and an action-oriented peer group

Accelerating Impact Challenge Eligibility

Fellows with growing ventures can apply to AIC — a 6-month virtual accelerator culminating in a showcase at Enactus World Cup

How to Apply

1. Register for a partner conference that hosts an SVC (WorldMUN, HNMUN, Enactus, One Young World, etc.). 2. Submit a multi-step venture proposal through the Resolution fellowship portal before the conference-specific deadline. 3. If selected as semifinalist, present at the SVC Forum (science-fair format) during the conference. 4. Finalists present to judges in SVC Finals with Q&A. 5. Winners become Resolution Fellows.

Geographic Focus

Global, Africa (Regional SVC track)

Decision Timeline

Decisions made at the conference itself — semifinalists present at SVC Forum, finalists pitch to judges, winners announced during the conference

Key Dates

2026-02-04WorldMUN SVC 2026 application deadline (11:59pm ET)

2026-02-12HNMUN 2026 SVC begins (Boston Marriott Copley Place, Feb 12-15)

2026-03-16WorldMUN 2026 SVC presentations (Mar 16 & 18)

2026-06-01Accelerating Impact Challenge 2026 begins (6-month virtual program)

2026-11-16AIC 2026 showcase at Enactus World Cup, São Paulo, Brazil (Nov 16-19)

Eligibility

Current undergraduate student (not yet holding a bachelor's degree)
Must be a Founder of the social venture proposed
Must have at least one teammate
Must present in-person at the host conference
Must not be a staff member or volunteer at the host conference
Must demonstrate trustworthiness and ethical standards

Traction Required

Clear project plan with measurable social impact goals; no revenue requirement — idea-stage ventures accepted

Team Requirements

At least 2 undergraduate co-founders; strong commitment to social impact

Selection Criteria

Quality and feasibility of the social venture proposal
Strength of the team and leadership potential
Potential for measurable social impact
Presentation skills and ability to articulate vision
Ethical standards and trustworthiness

Focus Areas

Social Entrepreneurship

Ventures addressing pressing social issues — education, healthcare, human rights, water, sustainability, economic development, and more

Africa Regional Track

Dedicated Africa Regional SVC (running since at least 2021) for ventures addressing social challenges on the African continent

What They Look For

Undergraduate students with bold ideas for social ventures that address pressing global issues. Resolution values teams that combine genuine passion for social impact with feasible, well-articulated plans. They seek founders who demonstrate ethical leadership, collaborative spirit, and the potential for long-term commitment to their venture and community. The Africa Regional SVC specifically targets ventures addressing challenges on the continent.

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