The Zendesk Foundation’s Impact Awards are designed to help nonprofits expand mission-critical, high-demand support operations through a blend of financial backing and donated Zendesk software. At the heart of Zendesk Tech for Good Impact Awards 2026 is a practical aim: to reinforce service capacity so organizations can manage incoming requests more effectively, align internal teams with greater precision, and deliver steadier support to the people who rely on them.
A central strand of the funder’s approach is crisis and community resilience. Priority is given to organizations that serve beneficiaries in urgent or high-pressure circumstances, as well as those building programs that cultivate connection, stability, and long-term social endurance. Another key lane of support centers on economic mobility, with particular interest in nonprofits creating pathways into the technology sector, especially through workforce development linked to customer experience careers.
Geographic Reach
Global, subject to country exclusions outlined in the eligibility criteria.
Eligible Applicants
Registered nonprofit organizations may apply, including U.S. 501(c)(3) public charities and charitable organizations based outside the United States. Applications must be submitted in English through the online form and accompanied by documentation confirming nonprofit status.
Award Size
Zendesk Tech for Good Impact Awards 2026 grants range from USD $5,000 to $50,000 per organization, alongside a complimentary Zendesk software donation.
Priority Sectors / SDG Alignment
Innovation & Technology, with emphasis on nonprofit technology, service delivery systems, crisis response infrastructure, and workforce development.
Application Deadline
July 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET
Next Step
Learn more and apply here.
