CTIA Wireless Foundation supports emerging change-makers and social impact projects that will benefit greatly from infusions of capital in their early stages of development. Operating at the crossroads of discovery, access, and human connection, Catalyst seeks to push the boundaries of what is possible through leading edge wireless technologies. Catalyst supports bold innovators who are addressing some of our country’s biggest challenges that often impact marginalized populations the most.

In addition to the grant award, all Catalyst Finalists will receive several non-financial benefits and incentives, including pitch coaching, opportunities to meet elected officials and policymakers and networking with industry leaders.

In addition to one financial award at an amount outlined below, all awardees will receive several non-financial benefits and incentives, including the following:

Top three winners:

• A video vignette profiling your work.
• Opportunities to share your work with elected officials and policymakers

Winners and Honorable mentions:

• An organizational profile posted on CTIA Wireless Foundation’s website.
• Features in CTIA Member communications, including newsletters and social media channels, as well as through CTIA Wireless Foundation channels.
• Financial support to participate in Catalyst in-person events.
• Pitch coaching with a communications expert.
• Networking with CTIA Wireless Foundation board members.
• An invitation to join the Catalyst alumni network.

• Others (see text field entitled "Additional Eligibility Criteria" for clarification)