Honoring startups driving meaningful change in society
La Forge is proud to partner with the Herbert and Andrey Rosenfield Fund to reward and encourage startups making social impact.
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About the Rosenfield Prize
Each year, the Herbert & Audrey Rosenfield Innovation Prize awards three startups with CHF 10 000 each, celebrating remarkable early-stage ventures from EPFL Innovation Park Foundation’s innovation programs. This prize was established to recognize founders who are harnessing novel ideas, breakthroughs in technology, and a deep social purpose to drive positive change.
By highlighting and rewarding these purpose-driven startups, the prize aims to accelerate their path to success—enhancing impact, fostering growth, and inspiring others in the ecosystem.
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Recognizing impactful solutions
The prize is open to all start-ups currently admitted to one of the programs supported by the EPFL Innovation Park Foundation (FEIP), including La Forge, Tech4Eva, Tech4Trust, Tech4Regeneration, and the Future of Health Grant.
Eligibility is not restricted by nationality or country of incorporation.
To qualify, the startup must offer a solution that addresses a clearly defined social challenge, demonstrating measurable and positive impact on society.
Selection criteria
What we look for
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Uniqueness of the solution
How distinctive and innovative is the solution compared to existing alternatives or competitors? -
Traction and demonstrated social impact
Evidence of early success, user adoption, or partnerships, as well as measurable benefits delivered to society. -
Scalability and growth potential
The solution’s capacity to expand its impact across different markets or populations, supported by a clear and realistic growth strategy. -
Team strength and execution capability
The expertise, experience, and commitment of the founding team to execute the vision and scale the solution effectively. -
Engagement in the program
The start-up’s level of involvement, collaboration, and contribution throughout the FEIP program in which it was admitted.
Call for application 2025
Application closing: 3 October 2025.
The awards will be celebrated at La Forge Demo Day on November 13th.
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1015 Lausanne
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