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Calling Changemakers

Muslim founders, this is your call to action. The Continuum Spark Awards provide $100,000 to support startups and 
non-profits solving the world’s most pressing issues. Our mission is to empower heart-centered changemakers to transform ideas into impactful realities that serve humanity. Collective Continuum is proud to announce an investment of $500,000 in 2024 to support the Spark Awards. We are equipping founders to succeed at the earliest stages of their projects, maximizing their growth, and contributing to the success of our global community.

Applications are now closed for 2024. Register below for next year’s awards:

Register Your Interest

The Continuum Spark Award is now closed for this year, however you can register your interest for the 2025 award and we’ll be in touch once applications open.

FAQ’s

  • The Continuum Spark Award is funded by Collective Continuum and will be presented at events hosted by the GMW Network.

  • Complete the expression of interest form and you will be emailed a link to the full application form. The process involves submitting a detailed proposal outlining your project or initiative, along with any supporting documents and references.

  • Collective Continuum wants to equip Muslim founders to succeed at the earliest stages of business building, to maximize their growth, and contribute to the success of our community. This can be achieved through financial investment and, more importantly, surrounding these founders with a community of like-hearted individuals and resources.

  • The GMW Summit is the flagship event of the GMW Network with seminars, workshops and great networking opportunities to grow your idea.

  • For-Profit applicants can expect Collective Continuum to invest at least $100,000 in a post-money SAFE in exchange
    for a future equity position in your company. This arrangement will include a valuation cap determined after the due diligence process by Collective Continuum. Each company will receive a specified valuation based on the stage of their business. This provision applies solely to entries selected as one of the three regional finalists, who will receive a term sheet in advance of the event. Agreeing to the term sheet will be a prerequisite for participation in the regional finals and subsequent stages.


  • We’re ideally looking for projects that are between 1 and 10 years old and have demonstrated significant impact during that time. If your project is older than 10 years, we still encourage you to apply if you have shown innovative approaches to meeting needs.

 



  • The winners of The Continuum Spark Awards are selected through a rigorous evaluation process that involves a panel of expert judges with extensive knowledge and experience in the fields of venture investments, philanthropy, and technology. See the “Criteria” section for more detail on how your startup will be evaluated.

  • In-kind services can include strategy, marketing, branding and other support to help your idea scale. Each startup will be evaluated to understand where it stands to benefit the most and suggested a list of appropriate services. These services will be provided by masterful experts including heart-centered design processes from Peter Gould, product and user experience advisory from Asif Baki (ex-Google Senior Product Lead) and technology and product advisory from Mohamad Vedut (exited AI-startup founder).

  • Yes, The Spark Award is open to all organizations and individuals from around the world. It is not limited to any specific country or region.

  • We are considering a number of potential categories and are looking for ideas that are creative, disruptive, and viable. Successful ideas will demonstrate a clear product roadmap, a financial return strategy, and a solid founding team. Your product does not have to be exclusively for Muslim consumers.

  • As fortunate runners-up, you will have the opportunity to attend the GMW Summit, where you will be among like-hearted founders, innovators, and distinguished minds from across the ummah, providing a platform to engage with global counterparts. Additionally, runners-up not chosen for the grand prize may also be eligible for further investment and support.