INSPIRE, RECOGNIZE, AND EMPOWER

EMERGING INNOVATOR AWARDS

Celebrating youth leaders who are driving change, solving big problems, and shaping the future!

Honoring 100 Global Student Changemakers

The Emerging Innovator Awards recognize 100 outstanding high school students from around the world whose bold ideas and initiatives are driving positive change. The awards aim to inspire, connect, and empower the next generation of changemakers who are shaping a better future.

How It Works

TIMELINE

September 4 | Preliminary Round Opens

November 1 (11:59pm EST) | Preliminary Round Deadline

December 15 | Top 100 Honorees Announced

January 26 | Semifinal Round Opens

February 1 (11:59pm EST) | Semifinal Round Deadline

March 12 | Finalists Announced

April 23-24 | Limitless World Summit

Prize Packages

All honorees (up to 100 students) will receive a certificate of recognition and exclusive invitation for themselves and one adult (21+) to attend the Limitless World Summit in addition to competing for a $40,000 prize pool of cash and scholarships:

  • Semifinalist (Top 100 honorees)
    Exclusive opportunity to attend Limitless World Summit (invitation-only event) with a 50% award scholarship applied to the cost of registration
  • Finalist (up to 10 honorees)
    Exclusive opportunity to attend Limitless World Summit (invitation-only event) with a 100% award scholarship applied to the cost of registration and a $1,000 cash prize
  • Emerging Innovator of the Year (1 honoree)
    Same as Finalist package with an additional cash prize totaling $5,000
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Start Your Application Today!

Know a Student Making an Impact? Nominate Them.

Every changemaker starts with someone who believes in them. If you know a student whose creativity, innovative efforts, and drive are making a difference, nominate them for the Emerging Innovator Awards and help shine a spotlight on their impact.