Promise Venture Studio Opens $200K Build Award and $20K Imagine Award for Early Childhood Innovators

Promise Venture Studio is offering two funding opportunities for early childhood innovators: the Build Award ($200K) for early-stage organizations and the Imagine Award ($20K) for idea-stage innovators. Both aim to support solutions that improve outcomes for children ages 0-5 and their families.

The Build Award

This award provides $200,000 in flexible funding and a 12-month partnership with Promise Venture Studio for high-potential, early-stage organizations led by community-connected founders. It includes direct support, mentoring, capacity-building, and convenings.

The Imagine Award

This award offers $20,000 in flexible funding and a six-month learning program for idea-stage innovators. Participants will develop skills in piloting solutions, gathering feedback, and refining their approaches.

Investment Criteria

• Focus on Early Childhood (ages 0-5 and their support systems)
• Community-Connected Leadership
• Equity-Driven Solutions
• Long-Term Sustainability
• Community-Centered Design