Applications are open for the Reckitt Catalyst Accelerator Program 2026–2027 a global innovation support initiative designed to strengthen social enterprises developing solutions in health, water access, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). Delivered by Reckitt in collaboration with Yunus Social Innovation and Health Innovation Exchange, the program focuses on empowering women-led and underrepresented founders building scalable, impact-driven businesses.

Selected participants will join a fully virtual accelerator journey running from October 2026 to April 2027, combining mentorship, training, and investment readiness support.

Focus Areas

The program supports innovative solutions improving:

• Clean water access and sanitation systems
• Hygiene promotion and disease prevention
• Affordable and accessible healthcare services
• Sexual and reproductive health innovations
• FemTech and women-focused health solutions
• Antimicrobial resistance and infection control
• Waterborne disease prevention
• Community health systems and digital solutions

Program Structure

• Virtual learning sessions and expert workshops
• One-on-one mentorship and coaching
• Peer learning with international participants
• Business model and impact strategy development
• Investment readiness preparation
• Final evaluation for catalytic funding consideration

Funding Opportunity

Selected enterprises may access flexible funding of up to USD 30,000, based on:

• Program completion
• Demonstrated impact
• Investment readiness
• Alignment with program goals

Why This Opportunity Matters

This accelerator supports founders working on critical health and sanitation challenges in underserved communities. It strengthens innovation ecosystems by helping social enterprises scale solutions that improve quality of life, health access, and environmental hygiene.

Timeline

• Applications: Open for 2026–2027 cohort
• Program period: October 2026 – April 2027
• Funding decisions: Based on performance and impact review