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      Objectives

      The Global Impact Champions Awards for Financial Health spotlight fintech innovators driving measurable improvements in people's financial lives—helping individuals manage day-to-day needs, withstand shocks, and plan for a secure future. Launched as a pilot in 2025, the Awards aim to surface promising approaches and build momentum for financial health innovation globally.

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       Celebrate startup founders driving measurable progress in financial health.

      2

       Spark investment in high-potential, mission-driven fintechs advancing measurable financial health outcomes.

      3

      Inspire financial health through leadership and mentorship.

      Core Dimensions of Financial Health:

      Day-to-Day

      Day-to-Day

      Smooth short-term finances to meet daily financial obligations

      Resilience

      Resilience

      Capacity to absorb financial shocks

      Planning Ahead

      Planning Ahead

      Being on track to reach a specific goal

      "Financial health is the extent to which people can manage day-to-day finances, build resilience to financial shocks, plan for the future, and feel confident about their financial lives."

      H.M. Queen Máxima of the Netherlands United Nations Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Financial Health Chair of the International Advisory Board of GFTN

      What's In It For You
      Recognition
      The Top 3 Awardees will be informally showcased at the GFTN International Advisory Board meeting. 

      Investment
      IReceive up to US$1,000,000 in equity investment or grant.
      *T&Cs apply

      Global Platforms
      Showcase your impact through GFTN Global Forums, including Singapore FinTech Festival and Inclusive FinTech Forum, and unlock high-level partnerships and opportunities.
      Who Should Apply?
      FinTech Startups
      serving the financial health sector

      Founders
      with proven traction and a passion for financial health

      Ventures
      delivering scalable solutions that improve people's financial health

      Make your mark. Get funded. Lead the change in financial health.

      Make your mark. Get funded. Lead the change in financial health.
      Applications have closed. Thank you to all who participated.

      Thematic Thought Partner for Financial Health

      UNSGA

      Investment Partners

      Tenity
      Thinkuvate

      An Initiative by GFTN

      Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) is a not-for-profit organisation that engages with leaders from government, businesses, academia, and civil society to foster international collaborations with our members on technology innovation, application and adoption in financial services. By harnessing emerging technologies, GFTN advances inclusive and sustainable practices that promote financial inclusion, health and equity. 

      *Neither the International Advisory Board members nor the Office of the UNSGSA are responsible, or liable, for any Global Impact Champions Awards outcomes or decisions.