Unity for Humanity Grant 2026
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Quick Answer
Unity's annual grant for studios and nonprofits building social-impact games, XR or films; US$600,000 (about ₹5.7 crore) pool in 2026. The 2026 round closed 20 February; next opens in 2027.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Unity Technologies
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- International
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 21 February 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Unity Technologies. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
The 2026 round of the Unity for Humanity Grant is closed: applications shut on 20 February 2026 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time. Unity's official page says applications will open again in 2027, without giving exact dates, and it points visitors to a Social Impact mailing list for news of the next call. The grant is Unity's yearly open call for impact-driven projects made with real-time 3D (RT3D), and it is open to teams worldwide, including India, so this page is a guide to preparing for the 2027 round.
What the program offers
Unity's call for 2026 described a pool of US$600,000 (about ₹5.7 crore) shared across multiple projects. The pool and the per-project split are stated in Unity's call announcement, not on the main grant page, which only says winners receive "a financial contribution". Besides money, winners get a small amount of technical help from Unity Professional Services, to be used within one year, plus bespoke marketing and mentorship support. Optional events and co-marketing tools are also offered. Every submission is added to a database that Unity uses to match projects to other opportunities during the year, so even an unsuccessful entry can be seen by Unity teams.
The grant supports development or expansion of your RT3D impact project. Recipients must send an annual form confirming how the funds were used.
Who can apply
Impact-driven projects of any genre (a game, an XR experience, a film or another solution) made with Unity can apply. "Impact" here means supporting one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The project must already be in production beyond the concept stage, with a prototype or demo, and it must be charitable in nature. Unity does not accept projects that promote hate, violence, bullying, harassment, threats or illegal content.
Grants cannot go to an individual. You apply through a studio, a nonprofit or another legal entity, and if you have no nonprofit partner Unity can point you to fiscal sponsors. Each individual or entity can send only one application. A project that already won a Unity for Humanity Grant cannot receive more funding, though you can apply with a new project; a project that did not win may reapply if it still meets the rules. Applicants from places under US sanctions are excluded, and Unity lists the Crimea region of Ukraine, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan and Syria.
For an applicant based in India this is an international call, not an India-only scheme. An Indian game studio, a registered nonprofit or a company building a Unity-based learning, health or climate experience is a good fit. A solo hobbyist with only an idea, or a project with no Unity element, is not.
How to apply
You fill in the Unity for Humanity Grant application form in English. You add a video sample or trailer (subtitled if the project is not in English), answer short essay questions about your project's themes, motivation and goals, and can optionally attach a pitch deck. Nothing more is needed after submitting; Unity contacts you by the email on file if it needs more information. Unity does not give deadline extensions.
A practical tip: Unity publishes examples from past winners and a free "Unity for Humanity: Guide for Creators" course on Unity Learn. Both are worth reading before you write your answers.
How applications are judged and what happens next
Unity employees from several teams and the Unity for Humanity program managers review the projects, and representatives of a partner organisation join when a grant is run with one. Each project is scored on four equally weighted criteria, 25% each. Vision asks why the project matters and whether the idea is clear and motivating. Impact looks for measurable goals tied to the SDGs. Inclusion looks at diversity in the team and audience, and at accessible distribution. Viability checks for realistic production goals and a budget that suits the scope. The 2026 winners have been announced.
About Unity for Humanity
Unity for Humanity is Unity's social impact program. Its guiding principles, as Unity states them, are empathy, respect and opportunity, positive global change and uplifting community. Besides grants it offers mentorship from Unity experts, promotion to wider audiences after publication, and a Unity for Humanity Summit. Past recipients named on the page include Amaru: The Self Care Pet, I NEED SPACE and Project Ember (2026), and World Ocean Explorer, Benvision and Prosthetics Beyond Borders (2025).
Things to check before you apply
- Watch for the 2027 call; the dates are not announced, so do not plan around a guess.
- Make sure your legal entity is ready. Grants are not made to individuals.
- Have a working prototype or demo and a subtitled video before the call opens.
- The funds come with a duty to report on their use each year.
- If you receive money from abroad, an Indian nonprofit or company should check the tax and foreign-contribution treatment with an adviser.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
Benefits & Funding
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Selected projects receive a financial contribution from Unity's 2026 pool of US$600,000 (about ₹5.7 crore), shared across multiple projects. Unity does not publish a fixed amount per project. Winners also get a small amount of technical support from the Unity Professional Services team (to use within one year), bespoke marketing and mentorship. Recipients file an annual form confirming how the funds were used.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Selection Process
Unity employees from several teams and the Unity for Humanity program managers review the projects, joined by a partner organisation's representatives when a grant is run with one. Each project is scored on vision, impact, inclusion and viability, 25% each.
Application Process
- 1
Submit application
Send the online form with a video sample or trailer and short essays.
You - 2
- 3
- 4
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Unity for Humanity Grant open now?
No. The 2026 round closed on 20 February 2026 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time. Unity says applications will open again in 2027 but gives no exact dates on the page, and it points to a Social Impact mailing list for updates.
Who can apply for the Unity for Humanity Grant?
Impact-driven projects of any genre made with Unity, such as a game, XR experience, film or other solution, can apply. The project must support a UN Sustainable Development Goal, be in production beyond the concept stage with a prototype or demo, and be charitable in nature.
Can Indian studios and startups apply?
Yes. The call is international and excludes only places and people under US sanctions, so India is not excluded. You must apply through a studio, nonprofit or other legal entity, not as an individual.
How much is the Unity for Humanity Grant?
Unity's 2026 call described a US$600,000 pool (about ₹5.7 crore) shared across multiple projects. The main grant page says winners receive a financial contribution and does not state a per-project amount.
What else do winners get besides money?
Winners get a small amount of technical help from Unity Professional Services, usable within one year, plus bespoke marketing and mentorship support. Unity also offers optional events and co-marketing tools.
Can an individual or a solo developer apply?
Grants cannot be made to an individual, so you need a nonprofit, studio or other legal entity on the application. If you have no nonprofit partner, Unity can recommend fiscal sponsors.
What must be included in the application?
You complete the application form in English, provide a video sample or trailer with subtitles if needed, and answer short essay questions on your project's themes, motivation and goals. A pitch deck is optional.
How are Unity for Humanity applications judged?
Reviewers score each project on vision, impact, inclusion and viability, with equal 25% weight. They look for a clear and motivating idea, measurable goals tied to the SDGs, an inclusive team and audience, and a realistic production plan and budget.
Can I reapply if I did not win?
Yes, if the project still meets the requirements. A project that has already received a Unity for Humanity Grant cannot get more funding, but you can apply with a new project. Each individual or entity may submit only one application.
Is it a grant or equity, and are there reporting duties?
It is a grant, described by Unity as a financial contribution, and the page does not mention Unity taking equity. Recipients must submit an annual form confirming how the funds were used.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
