CTIA Wireless Foundation: Catalyst Grant Program

The CTIA Wireless Foundation's Catalyst Grant Program aims to empower social entrepreneurs leveraging 5G technology to tackle critical challenges in American communities. With over $200,000 in unrestricted grants available, the program supports innovative projects that utilize 5G connectivity for social good. As 5G transforms communication and interaction, the Catalyst Grant seeks visionary leaders who can harness this potential to inspire meaningful change and enhance community engagement.

Using Bold Wireless Technologies for Big Impact
While 4G advanced the ways people connect and communicate with each other, 5G’s lightning-fast speeds, ultra-low latency and greater network capacity will revolutionize how humans interact with and shape the world around them.
The potential for groundbreaking, lifesaving innovation powered by 5G connectivity is increasingly apparent. As America’s wireless industry has already built out 5G networks across the country, ninety-one percent of U.S. consumers believe 5G’s impact will be significant for society.
The emergence of 5G brings with it the promise of connecting people with the tools they need to engage with their own communities and gain access to broader global perspectives. When combined with cloud, edge computing, IoT and other technologies, 5G wireless offers a significant opportunity to make meaningful advances and tap into a powerful infrastructure for social good.
Catalyst is a competitive grants program for ambitious social entrepreneurs using the power of 5G and leading edge wireless technologies to enhance our lives and address pressing challenges in American communities.
Up to six applicants will receive financial and non-financial benefits, with Catalyst awarding over $200,000 in unrestricted grants.