Since 2019, CTIA Wireless Foundation’s Catalyst program has supported social entrepreneurs using wireless technology to transform communities across America.

The innovations funded have reached 30 million people, including over 20 million accessing wireless-powered health and wellness solutions, more than 4 million students benefiting from education innovations, 400,000+ veterans receiving critical mental health support, and 4 million+ people gaining access to community and economic development resources.

See how wireless for good is making a meaningful impact: https://www.wirelessfoundation.org/catalyst/impact 

From health and wellness solutions to education access, veteran support to economic mobility, these innovations are solving real problems. This year, we’re awarding over $200K to six or more winners, and applications are now open through February 24.

If you know social entrepreneurs who could benefit from this opportunity, we’d appreciate your help in reaching them.

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• Direct them to: Catalyst Website or Call for Submissions

Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for early-stage social entrepreneurs (beyond ideation, with proof of concept) who:

• Have built mobile-first solutions using wireless technology
• Have personal experience with the problem they’re solving
• Are addressing challenges that impact marginalized communities

See last year’s winners in action: Announcing the Catalyst 2025 Winners

Questions? Join Our Webinars: We’ll answer questions about the application process and eligibility.

Tuesday, January 27 | 12:00–12:45 PM ET

Register Here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/30e544c6-25d2-45d3-99ec-c0e4dfc98f58@be5c0c09-528b-48d2-8296-32d53c2bb439

Thursday, February 12 | 3:00–3:45 PM ET

Register Here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ce40ad68-10f1-4914-a5b8-a80b27aa7191@be5c0c09-528b-48d2-8296-32d53c2bb439

Application Deadline: February 24, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
Submit via the Catalyst Portal

Thank you for being part of the Catalyst community. Your network could include the next innovator who impacts millions.

Have questions about Catalyst or the application process? We’d love to hear from you at [email protected].