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About this opportunity

Mercy Corps Ventures seeks proposals from startups leveraging AI-driven solutions to address financial resilience challenges in emerging markets. Key features:

Focus areas: • AI for financial inclusion • AI for climate resilience in financial systems • AI for risk management and smallholder support
Support includes: • Pilot opportunities with Mercy Corps programs • Funding (amount varies by project) • Access to Mercy Corps Ventures’ global network of partners, investors, and mentors • Visibility through Mercy Corps Ventures channels

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AI for Financial Resilience — Call for Proposals 2026

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Opportunity type

Other

Funding

Partially Funded

Location

Africa, Asia

Deadline

Archived

About this opportunity

Mercy Corps Ventures seeks proposals from startups leveraging AI-driven solutions to address financial resilience challenges in emerging markets. Key features:

Focus areas: • AI for financial inclusion • AI for climate resilience in financial systems • AI for risk management and smallholder support
Support includes: • Pilot opportunities with Mercy Corps programs • Funding (amount varies by project) • Access to Mercy Corps Ventures’ global network of partners, investors, and mentors • Visibility through Mercy Corps Ventures channels

Who can apply

Must be a startup or venture using AI for financial resilience
Must demonstrate impact potential in underserved communities
Must submit:
Online proposal form
Pitch deck or project summary
Evidence of team capacity and scalability
Youth-led teams are eligible if they meet venture criteria

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