In the first year of the program, 23 startups from nations around the world and across all industries were selected to receive $5,000 scholarships.

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Autodesk Cloud Scholarship for Impact Design

The Autodesk Cloud Scholarship for Impact Design will identify and support startups that are combining the power of impact design with cloud-based tools to create positive social, environmental and economic impact.

• Building Conversation

• Clear Breath

• Gesto

• Iron Goat

• Quiro

Cydan Scholarship for Rare Diseases

The Cydan Scholarship for Rare Diseases, Biotechnology & Therapeutics will identify and support startups that are targeting genetic conditions and accelerate the development of therapeutics and diagnosis of such disorders.

• ?Cogentis Therapeutics

• HIVE Biosystems

• LaunchPad Medical

• Real Food Solutions

• ReThink Pharmaceuticals

John W. Henry Family Foundation for Social Impact

The John W. Henry Family Foundation Scholarship for Social Impact will identify and support startups that are developing new and innovative solutions for underrepresented groups and underserved communities.

• Increment

• Resilient Coders

• SuperHealos

• ToneTree

MassCEC Scholarship for Clean Energy & Water Innovation

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Scholarship will identify and support startups in Massachusetts that are developing and commercializing technologies that contribute to the advancement of Clean Energy & Water Innovation.

• AquaFresco

• Blackburn Energy

• Kwiksulate

• PSM Energy

• Water Hero

Microsoft Scholarship for Civic Innovation

The Microsoft Scholarship for Civic Innovation will identify and support startups that help public officials deliver improved services to private citizens and enhance government effectiveness.

• Agora

• CityTaps

• SHRI: Sanitation and Health Rights in India

• Revision Ventures