Collective Continuum
Collective Continuum
Collective Continuum
Collective Continuum
SPARK AWARDS ’25
SPARK AWARDS ’25
Applications Are Now Closed
Applications Are Now Closed
Applications Are Now Closed
Thank you to all applicants.
Thank you to all applicants.
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2,000+
Global Submissions
100+
Countries
One Movement
We are grateful to everyone who joined.
Final pitches will take place in December 2025 at the GEM Summit in Doha.
Applications Closed: August 31, 2025
Applications Closed:
August 31, 2025
Shortlisted teams will be announced throughout September.
Road to The Finals
Your path to purpose and global recognition starts here.
Submit your application.
Share your vision, values, and venture.
Get shortlisted for the online elimination process.
20 profit and 15 non-profit move forward.
Become a finalist.
4 startups + 4 non-profits selected for the final stage.
Pitch live at the GEM Summit, Doha
Present your mission to a global audience of funders, partners, and changemakers.
Finalists will have their travel and stay in Doha fully covered.
What could you win?
$250,000 investment in capacity support, capital, and connections.
Startups
(For-Profit)
Up to $100,000 capital investment (SAFE) + strategic support worth up to $25,000.
Final pitch at the GEM Summit in Qatar.
Access to global mentors & networks.
Brand, UX, tech, & impact guidance.
Startups
(For-Profit)
Up to $100,000 capital investment (SAFE) + strategic support worth up to $25,000.
Final pitch at the GEM Summit in Qatar.
Access to global mentors & networks.
Brand, UX, tech, & impact guidance.
Organizations
(Non-Profit)
$25,000 grant + strategic support worth up to $100,000.
Final pitch at the GEM Summit in Qatar.
Values aligned capacity building.
Connections to high-impact ecosystem.
Organizations
(Non-Profit)
$25,000 grant + strategic support worth up to $100,000.
Final pitch at the GEM Summit in Qatar.
Values aligned capacity building.
Connections to high-impact ecosystem.
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At the heart of the Continuum Spark Awards is a belief that ventures should not only scale but elevate humanity.
At the heart of the Continuum Spark Awards is a belief that ventures should not only scale but elevate humanity.
Continuum’s 7 Core Values
Continuum’s
7
Core Values
Acting with purpose beyond profit.
Acting with purpose beyond profit.
Staying true in word, action, and vision.
Staying true in word, action, and vision.
Rooting ambition in spiritual reliance.
Rooting ambition in spiritual reliance.
Recognizing blessings and giving back.
Recognizing blessings and giving back.
Building communities of connection.
Building communities of connection.
Leading with humility and integrity.
Leading with humility and integrity.
Serving others with empathy and generosity.
Serving others with empathy and generosity.
Continuum’s 7 Core Values
Continuum’s 7 Core Values
We are looking for Muslim tech enabled founders.
We are looking for Muslim tech enabled founders.
Founders who build values driven ventures.
Founders who build values driven ventures.
We are looking for Muslim tech enabled founders.
We are looking for Muslim tech enabled founders.
Founders who build values driven ventures.
Founders who build values driven ventures.
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About Collective Continuum
Collective Continuum is a values-first venture philanthropy platform.
Collective Continuum is a venture philanthropy platform committed to change through faith driven innovation and meaningful impact.
We are powered by a global collective of investors, founders, scholars, and family offices — all united by one belief:
When values lead, innovation follows.
We providing capital, community, and capacity building support to values driven ventures.
Our mandate is to fund and elevate 1,000 values aligned ventures over the next 5 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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General
From Collective Continuum
3:15:18 PM
Who can apply to the Spark Awards?
Anyone from anywhere in the world may apply. Your venture must be led by at least one Muslim founder or reflect values aligned with the Continuum’s 7 core principles.
Do I have to be religious or Islamic to apply?
No. Your venture does not need to be religious in theme — for example, building innovative health tech solutions that could transform millions of lives is absolutely welcome.
What is the purpose of the award?
Collective Continuum wants to change the landscape of who can contribute to world changing ideas, and to send a signal to firms, foundations and private capital that this is a founder space worth investing in.
Will my travel and accommodation be covered if I am selected as a finalist?
Yes. All selected finalists will have their travel and lodging in Doha covered by the program.
Can I apply to both tracks?
You may only apply to one track (Startup or Non-Profit) per venture.
From Collective Continuum
3:15:18 PM
Who can apply to the Spark Awards?
Anyone from anywhere in the world may apply. Your venture must be led by at least one Muslim founder or reflect values aligned with the Continuum’s 7 core principles.
Do I have to be religious or Islamic to apply?
No. Your venture does not need to be religious in theme — for example, building innovative health tech solutions that could transform millions of lives is absolutely welcome.
What is the purpose of the award?
Collective Continuum wants to change the landscape of who can contribute to world changing ideas, and to send a signal to firms, foundations and private capital that this is a founder space worth investing in.
Will my travel and accommodation be covered if I am selected as a finalist?
Yes. All selected finalists will have their travel and lodging in Doha covered by the program.
Can I apply to both tracks?
You may only apply to one track (Startup or Non-Profit) per venture.
For-Profits
From Collective Continuum
3:15:18 PM
How much funding can I receive?
Selected startups may receive up to $100,000 USD via a post-money SAFE investment. This amount may be distributed based on jury decisions and investment readiness.
What is SAFE investment?
A SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is the industry standard investment instrument that gives investors the right to receive equity in a company at a future date (when certain conditions are met).
What stage should my startup be at?
We are open to ventures from Pre-Seed to Bridge stage. You should have an MVP or more. We are not funding idea-only ventures.
Is there a specific sector you’re focused on?
No. We are sector-agnostic. What matters most is impact, viability, and values.
Do I need a full pitch deck to apply?
Yes. You'll be asked to submit a short pitch deck (max 3 mins or 10MB) and a 1-minute founder video.
From Collective Continuum
3:15:18 PM
How much funding can I receive?
Selected startups may receive up to $100,000 USD via a post-money SAFE investment. This amount may be distributed based on jury decisions and investment readiness.
What is SAFE investment?
A SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) is the industry standard investment instrument that gives investors the right to receive equity in a company at a future date (when certain conditions are met).
What stage should my startup be at?
We are open to ventures from Pre-Seed to Bridge stage. You should have an MVP or more. We are not funding idea-only ventures.
Is there a specific sector you’re focused on?
No. We are sector-agnostic. What matters most is impact, viability, and values.
Do I need a full pitch deck to apply?
Yes. You'll be asked to submit a short pitch deck (max 3 mins or 10MB) and a 1-minute founder video.
Non-Profits
From Collective Continuum
3:15:18 PM
How much support can I receive?
The winning non-profit will receive a $25,000 grant. In addition, select finalists may receive up to $100,000 worth of strategic support, including capacity building and introductions.
Do I need to be a registered organization?
We encourage registered non-profits to apply, but exceptional community initiatives may also be considered depending on context and impact.
Can faith inspired or secular non profits apply?
Yes. If your venture’s mission or impact align with the values of Continuum, you are welcome.
How will I be evaluated?
You will be assessed on your mission clarity, impact evidence, operational model, values alignment, and potential for scale or replication.
From Collective Continuum
3:15:18 PM
How much support can I receive?
The winning non-profit will receive a $25,000 grant. In addition, select finalists may receive up to $100,000 worth of strategic support, including capacity building and introductions.
Do I need to be a registered organization?
We encourage registered non-profits to apply, but exceptional community initiatives may also be considered depending on context and impact.
Can faith inspired or secular non profits apply?
Yes. If your venture’s mission or impact align with the values of Continuum, you are welcome.
How will I be evaluated?
You will be assessed on your mission clarity, impact evidence, operational model, values alignment, and potential for scale or replication.
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Continuum Collective Inc. (CoCo), under the auspices of Mercy Mission UK (MMUK), Registered Office: 203 Westgate, Bradford, BD1 3AD, United Kingdom.
Collective Continuum is compliant with SOC 2 Type 2, ISO/IEC 27001, and PCI DSS standards, ensuring robust information security, responsible data handling, and integrity in our operational processes. We also adhere to global and regional data privacy regulations, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the UAE Data Protection Law. This reflects our firm commitment to safeguarding personal data and upholding the privacy rights of all individuals we serve across jurisdictions.