Application is now open for MIT 2025-2026 Water Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize, 11th Annual Water, Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize Offering over $50,000 in prize funding, access to influential industry leaders, and exceptional networking opportunities, the MIT Water, Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize supports early-stage, student-led startups across the United States. Each year, the competition awards $50K+ in innovation grants to ventures shaping the future of sustainable solutions in water, food, and agriculture. Since its launch in 2015, the program has distributed $300,000 to 30 winning teams.
Organized by the MIT Water Club and the MIT Food & Agriculture Club, this flagship innovation event empowers emerging entrepreneurs to turn research and ideas into viable businesses. Participants gain access to mentoring, industry resources, and strong networks within the water, food, and agricultural sectors. The prize welcomes a wide range of innovative approaches—from engineering and product design to policy, research, and data-driven solutions.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the full details and submit their applications before the specified deadline to seize this grant opportunity.
Last Date of Submission: 31st December 2025
Timeline
(Application is now open for MIT 2025-2026 Water Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize)
November 29th: Application Opens
December 31th: Application Closes
January: Finalists Chosen
February-April: Mentorship
April: Final Competition
Prize Eligibility
(Application is now open for MIT 2025-2026 Water Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize)
- At least one leader of the startup team must be a U.S.-based student.
- The startup team must have received less than $100,000 in funding before applying to the Prize.
How to apply?
(Application is now open for MIT 2025-2026 Water Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize)
This application indicates your team’s request to compete in the 2025-2026 MIT Water, Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize. Note that submitting this form does NOT guarantee entry into the competition. The Water, Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize team will notify you if you are approved to participate. Participants will prepare a business plan and final presentation, culminating in a Final Pitch Night to a panel of judges on . At least one student team member MUST be available to pitch in the Final Pitch Night. The winners of the MIT Water, Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize will be awarded innovation grants of up to $50,000.
Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm ET
***NOTE: This form cannot be saved and returned to; it must be completed in one sitting. Please read through all questions and upload requirements before starting your form entry.
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