- More than 180 organizations from 46 countries took part in the first edition of the program, including sports clubs, NGOs, and startups.
- The initiative offers the world’s first certification in blockchain, sport, and social impact.
- Applications will remain open until the end of the month for organizations working at the intersection of sport, community, and Web3 technology.
Chiliz has announced the second edition of the Chiliz Includ3d Accelerator during Hacking Paris, part of the Chiliz Hackathon World Tour, held this weekend at the Paris Saint-Germain stadium. This flagship program is designed to empower the next generation of innovators in sport, technology, and social impact.
Developed in collaboration with READY Sport Global, the accelerator supports early-stage initiatives working at the intersection of Web3, sport, and social good, bringing together community-led organizations, social enterprises, and sport disruptors to explore how blockchain technology can help address real world challenges.
The first edition, launched in October 2024, brought together 321 participants from 46 countries, representing more than 180 organizations, including sports clubs, NGOs, gender equality groups, tech startups, and CSR teams. Participants had access to the world’s first certification in blockchain, sport, and social impact, combining online modules, live expert sessions, and tailored mentorship to develop practical blockchain use cases.
Key themes explored during the program included decentralized governance, cross-border payments, crypto-based fundraising, and regenerative economic models. Six organizations were selected for advanced mentorship, and one project received direct incubation from Chiliz Labs.
Following strong participation from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America, the second edition is expanding to include content in Spanish and Portuguese, welcoming a new wave of sport-for-good innovators from Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula.
Applications will remain open until the end of the month for organizations working at the intersection of sport, community, and Web3 technology. The program will feature new learning tracks, regional content in three languages, and dedicated support for selected organizations building social impact projects on Chiliz Chain.
“There is growing demand in the sport and social impact space to understand and meaningfully apply Web3 tools,” said Lucy Mills, founder of READY Sport Global and co-creator of the Accelerator. “We’re excited to expand the program and continue building a global network of purpose-driven creators working to make sport more inclusive, transparent, and community-led.”
The Chiliz Includ3d Accelerator is part of Chiliz’s broader commitment to driving real-world utility and impact through blockchain, supporting diverse voices and ideas across the global sports ecosystem.
