Catalytic Innovation Prize
Overview
Catalytic Impact Foundation and Cure are looking for early-stage startups that are addressing a disease or condition that affects women exclusively, disproportionately, or differently.
The prize entails an equity investment of $50,000 - $100,000 by the Catalytic Impact Foundation that will be awarded at the Cure’s Power of X: Women's Health Innovation Summit.
Last year, six finalists were selected from a competitive field and delivered live pitches at the Power of X Summit to a panel of judges and an audience of thought leaders—including healthcare CEOs, investors, and R&D experts.
Important Dates:
Applications Open: February 2, 2026
Submission Deadline : February 23, 2026
Finalist Selection: March 2, 2025
Coaching Period: March 3-17, 2026
Final Pitches: March 18, 2026 *Finalists must be present in person in NYC
