Deadline: August 10, 2025
Are you a changemaker developing innovative solutions that increase access to essential health services or improve water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Mexico, or Brazil? Reckitt Catalyst wants to partner with you!
Over the next five years, Reckitt Catalyst aims to empower 200 social innovators who are scaling game-changing ideas that improve health and hygiene outcomes worldwide. Backed by global leaders including Yunus Social Innovation (YSI), Acumen America, and Health Innovation Exchange (HIEX), this accelerator is designed to fuel your growth with the resources, funding, and mentorship you need to succeed.
Benefits
Selected finalists will receive a comprehensive package that includes:
- Skills-based mentorship & training from YSI and HIEX experts in social innovation and health sector scaling
- Flexible funding with investments of up to $30,000 per entrepreneur to accelerate your solution’s impact
- Increased visibility and unique access to public procurement opportunities, helping you unlock new markets
- Connection to a global community of health and hygiene innovators, investors, and ecosystem partners
Plus, the chance to be inspired by Serena Williams, Reckitt’s first-ever Entrepreneur in Residence, bringing world-class insight to amplify your impact.
Eligibility
Open to social entrepreneurs in the scale-up phase with solutions that:
- Expand access to health care, hygiene products, or health education.
- Improve water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure or behaviors.
- Drive measurable and sustainable social impact in one of these countries: Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Mexico, Brazil.
They especially encourage female founders and entrepreneurs from underrepresented groups to apply.
Application
The application period closes on August 10, 2025. No late application will be considered.
For more information, see FAQ or visit Reckitt Catalyst.
