PreventSA Incubator 2026 – $50,000 Funding for Innovative Solutions
Applications are now open for the PreventSA Incubator 2026. This 6-month program, beginning in January 2026, is designed to support innovators developing technology or social media solutions aimed at reducing peer-on-peer sexual violence among high school students.
About the PreventSA Incubator
PreventSA seeks bold, creative thinkers who are passionate about ending sexual violence through innovation. The incubator provides a supportive environment for participants to design, pilot, and refine their ideas, with guidance from experienced mentors and access to a strong network of experts and funders.
Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
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$50,000 in funding to develop and test their concept
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Mentorship from leading experts and innovators
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Networking opportunities with potential funders and partners
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Collaboration within a community of like-minded innovators focused on preventing sexual assault
Eligibility and Criteria
Applicants should have a scalable and innovative idea that addresses high school sexual violence prevention through technology, media, education, or community engagement.
Projects must focus on prevention, not solely response or awareness, and align with the mission to create safer environments for young people.
Application Details
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Deadline: November 7, 2025 (11:59 PM PT)
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Applicants must submit:
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A short written application describing their idea and impact
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A 1–2 minute video introducing their concept or demonstrating a prototype
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Applicants are encouraged to review the full application guide before submitting. Draft your responses in a document and prepare your video before completing the online form.
Timeline
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Application deadline: November 7, 2025
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Program start: January 2026
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Duration: 6 months
For innovators with ideas that may not fit this cohort’s focus, PreventSA encourages submissions for consideration in future funding opportunities.