FAQs
About D4GX
WHAT IS THE D4GX INDIA EMPOWERMENT CHALLENGE?
We're excited to announce the return of the Data for Good Exchange (D4GX) initiative for its fourth consecutive year! Our unwavering belief in empowering India’s most vulnerable communities through data agency remains at the forefront. We recognize that scaling social innovations leveraging data will be instrumental in India's post-pandemic recovery. As part of this ongoing effort, we are back with the D4GX India 2024 Empowerment Challenge, seeking outstanding data-focused innovations that foster inclusive and resilient growth among vulnerable communities. Past editions of the Data for Good Exchange have been held in New York and London through Bloomberg. Explore more about D4GX 2024 India here.
WHAT IS THE OBJECTIVE OF THE CHALLENGE?
The D4GX 2024 India Empowerment Challenge aims to foster the growth of high-potential, data-focused solutions that can help us rebuild India. Through the D4GX initiative we hope to build data agency for the most vulnerable communities and highlight the need for data empowerment through ongoing dialogues.
Application & Deadline
WHAT IS THE APPLICATION PROCESS TO THE CHALLENGE?
Applicants will be required to submit the application form within the stipulated deadline. Shortlisted applicants might be sent another form, seeking detailed information about their innovation and organization.
WHAT IS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE?
The Application deadline is 16th July 2024, 11:59 PM.
WHO CAN APPLY TO THE CHALLENGE?
Registered Indian NGOs using Data to create social impact are invited to submit their applications. For details on the Eligibility criteria, please visit this page.
WHAT ARE THE CATEGORIES FOR THE CHALLENGE?
There are 3 categories for the 2024 Challenge:
- Data to enable learning and livelihood
- Data to enable climate and sustainability
- Data to enable community resilience and building
Please visit About the Challenge page for more info about the three categories.
- Data to enable learning and livelihood
- Data to enable climate and sustainability
- Data to enable community resilience and building
Please visit About the Challenge page for more info about the three categories.
CAN I APPLY IF MY INNOVATION DOES NOT FIT INTO ANY OF THESE CATEGORIES?
Yes, you can. We can find a fit into the 3 categories based on our understanding together. Please write to us at [email protected].
CAN I SUBMIT MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS? OR APPLY FOR MORE THAN 1 CATEGORY?
Yes, if you are working across different categories, we would encourage you to submit separate applications for each innovation/idea. However, your organization will be selected as a finalist for only one of the 3 categories to give an equal opportunity to all deserving applicants.
CAN WE APPLY AS A CONSORTIUM OF NGOS INSTEAD OF AS A SINGLE NGO?
Yes, you can. However, we advise you to apply as individual NGOs with different problem statements. If one still wants to apply as a consortium, they can. But, please note that grant will be given only to one registered NGO within that consortium, in case the consortium wins.
SHOULD THE BUDGET OF MY INNOVATION BE WITHIN THE GRANT AMOUNT?
No, your overall budget for the innovation (solution/idea) could be a higher amount than INR 10 Lakhs. The D4GX grant is intended to support your innovation.
I DO NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH ANSWERING QUESTIONS ON THE APPLICATION FORM. IS THERE A SIMPLER WAY TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONS?
Please write to us at [email protected] and we will help you on this regard.
I AM A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE/FOR-PROFIT FIRM. CAN I APPLY TO THE CHALLENGE?
No. This Challenge is only open to non-profits registered in India.
I DO NOT HAVE A SEC 12A REGISTRATION, BUT I HAVE A 10(23C) REGISTRATION. SHOULD I CONFIRM SEC 12A REGISTRATION IN THE
FORM?
FORM?
Yes. Since the purpose of both the registrations is the same, we will consider both the registrations equivalent.
WILL YOU BE CONSIDERING ONLY BEST IDEA/INNOVATION OUT OF MY MULTIPLE ENTRIES? OR WILL I BE CONSIDERED FOR MULTIPLE WINNING POSITIONS?
We will evaluate multiple entries to determine the best idea/innovation.
CAN I APPLY NEXT YEAR AGAIN, IF I MY APPLICATION IS REJECTED THIS YEAR?
Yes, it is permissible to apply for the challenge up to two times.
CAN I STILL APPLY IF I MISS THE DEADLINE?
We kindly request that you submit your application before the deadline. In the event that you miss it, please send an email to us at [email protected]
CAN I APPLY IF MY ORGANISATION IS AT A NASCENT STAGE AND DO NOT HAVE ANY TANGIBLE IMPACT TO SHOW?
Certainly, we would be delighted to learn more about your innovation and evaluate your application.
iF I HAVE MORE QUERIES WHILE APPLYING WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
We kindly ask you to send us an email at [email protected]
Grants, Mentoring & Networking Opportunities
WHAT IS THE GRANT VALUE OF THE D4GX CHALLENGE?
Winners will receive a design grant of INR 10 lakhs each.
WHAT SUPPORT WILL THE WINNING ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVE APART FROM THE GRANT MONEY?
The cohort of innovation grant winners will also have the opportunity to engage with leading ecosystem players and learn from their best practices. Additionally, winners will have an opportunity to fundraise further through 1-1 dialogues with a curated group of philanthropists. The winners will also have the opportunity to showcase at the D4GX 2024 India Annual Conference.
Others
WHO SHOULD I CONTACT IN CASE OF ANY QUESTIONS?
Please write to us at [email protected] in case of any questions/comments.
I DO NOT WANT TO APPLY TO THE CHALLENGE, BUT I’D LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND/OR THE ONGOING WEBINARS.
We would love to engage with you & explore potential ways to collaborate. Please write to us at [email protected].