Provider: Cartier Women’s Initiative
Status: Closed — watch next edition · Global awards and fellowship
Summary
The Cartier Women’s Initiative Regional Awards support women impact entrepreneurs building for-profit businesses with measurable social or environmental impact. Applications for the 2027 edition are closed.
At a glance
- Type: Entrepreneurship award and fellowship
- Status: Closed — 2027 edition
- Regions: Nine global regions
- Grants: $100,000 / $60,000 / $30,000 for first, second and third place
Who can apply
Applicants must be women founders or key leaders of eligible, for-profit impact businesses. For the 2027 edition, businesses needed $50,000–$5 million in annual revenue, 5–250 team members, majority ownership by founders and team, and measurable social or environmental impact. Additional fundraising, leadership and participation requirements apply.
What you get
- $100,000 first-place grant; $60,000 second-place; $30,000 third-place
- Training, coaching and INSEAD Women’s Impact Entrepreneurship programming
- International visibility, mentorship and an ongoing community
Important dates
- Applications for the 2027 edition are closed.
- The 2027 application deadline was June 16, 2026.
How to apply
Review the official regional awards page and applicant guide for eligibility details and future edition updates.
Verified by Girls Do That
Last checked: October 3, 2026
Source: Cartier Women’s Initiative
Girls Do That summarizes opportunities for discovery. Eligibility, deadlines and application decisions are determined by the issuing organization. Always confirm final requirements on the official website before applying.
