Global Change Award (H&M Foundation)

Closes 6 Nov 2026 H&M Foundation Sweden

Grant

€200,000 grant for each of 10 winners a year.

Apply on the official site

What it funds: €200,000 grants for early-stage ideas that cut greenhouse gas emissions in fashion and textiles
Who can apply: Early-stage idea to decarbonise textiles or fashion
Individuals, informal teams or organisations, any country
Must be nominated or submit through The Mills Fabrica
One entry per person
When you can apply: Closes 6 Nov 2026
How to apply: Get nominated by a GCA nominator or submit via The Mills Fabrica's page. Nominees then apply.
Best for: Idea, Prototype stage
Sectors: CleanTech
Run by: International programmes

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