Ma’a Impact Innovation Prize
Empowering ventures and projects that create lasting change. Open to projects from any country.
Inspired by the classical meaning of Ma'a, the inseparable bond between effort and support.
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2026 CohortThree tracks, fifteen winners, one shared mission: scale meaningful, faith-driven impact.
Who Should Apply?
Ma’a Prize is designed for mission-driven builders and movers using technology and impactful models to uplift the Ummah. Whether you have a long track record or are just starting out, we want to support your good work.
Any Stage: We welcome small, early-stage or established applicants. Impact is what matters most.
Any Country: This is a global call for applications.
Entities Only: Open to registered organizations and project groups. We do not accept applications from individuals.
You’re a good fit if you are:
Tech Startups creating scalable impact for the Ummah.
Impact-focused organizations addressing real social or spiritual needs.
Projects serving overlooked or forgotten causes within the Ummah.
Innovators with proven or emerging solutions ready to scale impact.
The three tracks of impact
We are rewarding excellence across three categories of meaningful work. Which one are you?
For-Profit
Ethical startup
Startups balancing profit with social purpose and delivering sustainable impact.
Non-Profit Organisation
Pure service
Registered NGOs and charities serving the vulnerable through verified, values-driven work.
Ibadah Support
Spiritual innovation
Initiatives enhancing worship, religious education, and spiritual life in creative ways.
Total prize pool
Across all three tracks, Ma'a Impact Prize 2026 awards grants to 15 winning initiatives.
Ready to take your organization to the next level?
Get clarity on eligibility, timelines, and how Ma’a Impact works before you apply.
Key dates & next steps
Follow the key milestones from submission to final selection and announcement.
Tip: align your launch, updates, and reminders with each date to maximise engagement.
Step 1: Submissions open
0120 – 27 February 2026
Submit your project profile and a 2-minute pitch video.
Step 2: Voting starts
022 – 7 March 2026
Your profile goes live. Rally your community to vote and support your cause.
Step 3: Final selection
03Final judging round
The top 10 voted projects from each track move to the final judging round.
Step 4: Winners announced
0411 March 2026 / 21 Ramadan
15 winners are selected to receive $5,000 each.
We want to reward the good you do, in this world and the next
Submit your application before the deadline.
See the leaders in each track
Browse the highest-voted organizations across the For-Profit, Non-Profit, and Ibadah tracks.