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EA 2026 | Most Impactful Startup Award - Application

As part of the Entrepreneurship Awards 2026, Unicorn Factory Lisboa, in partnership with Casa do Impacto | Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa, is proud to present the 4th edition of the Most Impactful Startup Award.

This award recognizes impact startups with relevant operations in Portugal that stand out for their innovation, scalability, and capacity to address social and/or environmental challenges - while building toward economic sustainability.

📌 Who can apply?

• Startups with headquarters and/or significant operations in Portugal • Provide an innovative and scalable solution to a social and/or environmental challenge, alongside economic returns • Combine impact with economic viability • Demonstrate a strong team, clear implementation capacity, and growth potential

📌 Process & next steps

• Applications open until September 23, 2026 • All applications will be reviewed for eligibility against the criteria above • Pre-selected startups will be invited to a remote jury session

• Finalists will present live at the Entrepreneurship Awards Ceremony in October 2026, where the winner will be announced

💡 The winning startup receives a €2,500 prize and 1 year of free incubation from Casa do Impacto | Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa and recognition as a leader in impact entrepreneurship in Portugal.

👉 Take the time to complete this form carefully - your responses will be used by the jury throughout the evaluation process.