Shaping inclusive economic growth in 2026

About the Center

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The digital transformation of European micro-businesses

Focus Areas

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Driving impact through bold leadership

Events

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Cyber resilience for financial inclusion

Insights

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The Better Futures Pitch Competition, hosted by the HBCU Founders Initiative, is a national showcase spotlighting the innovation and entrepreneurial excellence booming from the nation’s 100+ HBCUs. This competition provides a platform for HBCU students and alumni to present their groundbreaking startups, gain visibility, and compete for funding to scale their ventures.

Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

(partner) Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

North America

Digital transformation

HBCU Founders initiative cultivate pitch competition: Closing the wealth gap

Financial health

Asia Pacific

Middle East & Africa

Europe

Latin American & Caribbean

Global

AI for social impact

Climate change

Data for good

Economic development

Financial inclusion

Global development

Public-private partnerships

Small business