startAD AI for Good Sandbox

4-week competition to build AI solutions to tackle health inequities and win up to $15,000

The AI for Good Sandbox is a 4-week competitive AI Builder Challenge conceptualized with support from Google.org. Teams compete to develop open-source AI solutions that enhance health and well-being outcomes for vulnerable communities in the UAE and KSA.

Google support

Can’t wait to get started?

Gain hands-on mentorship from global experts, access exclusive resources and guides, including the Google Cloud Skills Boost platform. Present your solutions at our in-person demo day in the UAE —travel and accommodation covered—with 3 winning teams earning up to $15,000.

Fill the application form

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How it Works

We’re running the program in 2 exciting cohorts, with each group getting 4 weeks to tackle the challenge statements and shine during their own virtual semi-final pitch days!

2025

2025

Jul 18

Applications Open! Submit your application below now as we will be evaluating on rolling basis

Jul 31 – Aug 12

Join us for the online information session to learn more about the Sandbox and the challenges you will be solving!

Aug 31

Submit your application by this deadline

Sep 15 – Oct 11

Teams selected for Cohort 1 will have 4 weeks to bring their solutions to life and present their amazing work during their virtual semi-final showcase.

Sep 29 – Oct 25

Teams selected for Cohort 2 will have 4 weeks to bring their solutions to life and present their amazing work during their virtual semi-final showcase.

Nov (Date TBD)

Final Pitch Day in person in the UAE with travel and accommodation covered!

startAD AI for Good Sandbox Application Form

We will be evaluating your submissions on a rolling basis. Please do not wait for the deadline to apply.

Coming Soon

Stay tuned to find out the challenge statements and to learn more about the partners whose real world challenges you will be solving during the AI for Good Sandbox. To meet the team and ask your questions, sign up for the upcoming information session.

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