Awards, Prizes and Challenges

View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.

Nominations Open for Impact Awards 2021

Deadline: 7-Jun-21 Nominations are now open for the Impact Awards 2021 presented by the Ruderman Family Foundation to provide Red Sox fans in the six New England states with the opportunity to nominate their favorite local non-profit organization for their chance to win a grant from the Red Sox … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Impact Awards 2021

Call for Applications for Smart Agriculture Challenge

Deadline: 31-May-21 100+ Accelerator has launched a call for applications for the Smart Agriculture Challenge. As some of the world’s leading companies, 100+ Partners purchase millions of tons of crops each year. They seek collaborative partnerships with the farmers who produce the ingredients … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for Smart Agriculture Challenge

Call for Proposals for Water Stewardship Challenge

Deadline: 31-May-21 100+ Accelerator is pleased to launch a call for proposals for the Water Stewardship Challenge with the aim to create and implement sustainable and energy-efficient practices to build a more water-secure world. The UN describes water scarcity as one of the “main problems to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Water Stewardship Challenge

Applications Open for Climate Action Challenge

Deadline: 31-May-21 100+ Accelerator is currently inviting applications for the Climate Action Challenge. The companies that create the products and goods that they use every day can be more proactive in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. The 100+ Partners are working to reduce the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Climate Action Challenge

100+ Accelerator invites Proposals for Upcycling Challenge

Deadline: 31-May-21 100+ Accelerator is seeking proposals for the Upcycling Challenge. Using the millions of tons of co-product they produce each year, help them create nutritious foods, beverages and other products for all. The current food supply and how we eat globally is not … [Read more...] about 100+ Accelerator invites Proposals for Upcycling Challenge

100+ Accelerator’s Corona Plastic Free Challenge- Apply Now!

Deadline: 31-May-21 100+ Accelerator is currently inviting applications for the Corona Plastic Free Challenge. Corona is a brand born at the beach, deeply connected with nature and appreciative of all that it has to offer. As a brand that aspires to eliminate plastic from the Oceans, they are … [Read more...] about 100+ Accelerator’s Corona Plastic Free Challenge- Apply Now!

100+ Accelerator’s Circular Packaging Challenge

Deadline: 31-May-21 100+ Accelerator is accepting applications for its Circular Packaging Challenge from startups that have solutions to these challenges and can help in innovating exciting ways to close the loop on packaging. The future will depend on a circular economy in order to create … [Read more...] about 100+ Accelerator’s Circular Packaging Challenge

Nominations Open for Social Impact Award Austria

Deadline: 16-May-21 Nominations are now open for the Social Impact Award Austria to support committed young people in transforming their innovative energy into concrete projects, initiatives and social enterprises with a systemic impact. The aim of the competition was to create a competition … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Social Impact Award Austria

Nominations are now open for Champions of Health Awards in US

Deadline: 21-May-21 Champions of Health Awards is accepting nominations for Health Heroes. Since 2004, the Champions of Health awards program has honored those working to positively change the health status of Oklahomans through unique and innovative programs. From the front-line workers … [Read more...] about Nominations are now open for Champions of Health Awards in US

KPMG Private Enterprise Tech Innovator in Africa

Deadline: 31-May-21 KPMG is excited to launch its first ever “Private Enterprise Tech Innovator competition – recognizing the tech innovators of today and the tech titans of tomorrow”, where early-stage tech innovators will compete in local African competitions. They are inviting you to … [Read more...] about KPMG Private Enterprise Tech Innovator in Africa

Submit Nominations for 2021 Victorian Protecting Children Awards (Australia)

Deadline: 31-May-21 Nominations are now open for the 2021 Victorian Protecting Children Awards (VPCA). The Victorian Protecting Children Awards are a great opportunity to nominate individuals, teams or carers who work tirelessly to protect children, young people and families that experience … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2021 Victorian Protecting Children Awards (Australia)

Submit Nominations for 2021 Education Innovation Award

Deadline: 11-Jun-21 Are you working hard to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? Does your organisation have ambitions to take those ideas and projects to the next level? If yes, then unlock your Education Innovation with Theirworld! Education Innovation Awards 2021 will … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2021 Education Innovation Award

Agriculture and Rural Rebuild (ARR) Challenge (US)

Deadline: 14-May-21 TEDCO, Maryland’s economic engine for technology companies, has announced its request for applications for the Agriculture and Rural Rebuild (ARR) Challenge, created to assist Maryland’s rural and agricultural businesses that have been detrimentally impacted by the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Agriculture and Rural Rebuild (ARR) Challenge (US)

Submit Nominations for Harry Frank Guggenheim Distinguished Scholar Awards

Deadline: 01-Aug-21 The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation is seeking nominations for the Harry Frank Guggenheim Distinguished Scholar Awards to recognize leading researchers proposing to make a significant contribution to illuminating an issue of violence. The Foundation welcomes proposals … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Harry Frank Guggenheim Distinguished Scholar Awards

Submit Nominations for AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards

Deadline: 01-Aug-21 The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is seeking nominations for the AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards. Categories Science Reporting – Large Outlet: Text pieces in print or online from large newspapers with a circulation of more than 150,000 … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards

Apply for 2021 Social Impact Award in Kazakhstan

Deadline: 18-May-21 Applications are now open for the 2021 Social Impact Award (SIA), a community of young innovators able to translate intentions in action. Social entrepreneurship is an innovative activity aimed at solving social and environmental problems in a self-supporting and … [Read more...] about Apply for 2021 Social Impact Award in Kazakhstan

2021 Social Impact Award Program in Turkey

Deadline: 20-Jun-21 Are you ready to design change and share its impact with the world? If yes, then this 2021 Social Impact Award Program is for you! The 3rd year of the Social Impact Award (SIA) Program, which has been supporting young people under the age of 30 in social impact … [Read more...] about 2021 Social Impact Award Program in Turkey

Croatia: Apply for 2021 Social Impact Award Program

Deadline: 22-Jun-21 Applications are now open for the 2021 Social Impact Award (SIA) Program to create a community of young people who turn their intentions into action. They support them in the development of social enterprises that face the most challenging problems of today. The project is … [Read more...] about Croatia: Apply for 2021 Social Impact Award Program

Nominations Open for 2021 Environmental Hero in Canada

Deadline: 26-Feb-22 Kawartha Lakes – The Kawartha Lakes Environmental Advisory Committee (KLEAC) is looking for nominations for the 2021 Environmental Hero Awards. The Committee recognizes individuals, businesses and students living in Kawartha Lakes who have shown a commitment to improving … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 Environmental Hero in Canada

2021 Jenco Awards: Nomination are open now! (United States)

Deadline: 14-Jun-21 The Jenco Foundation Fund is now accepting 2021 award nominations to recognize citizens of Appalachian Ohio who demonstrate visionary leadership in serving others throughout the region The Jenco Foundation Fund at the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio celebrates people who, … [Read more...] about 2021 Jenco Awards: Nomination are open now! (United States)

UNESCO: Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development

Deadline: 31-Oct-21 UNESCO is inviting nominations for Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development to help people live as global citizens free of hate and intolerance as it seeks to build peace through international cooperation in Education, the Sciences, and Culture. UNESCO's programmes contribute … [Read more...] about UNESCO: Hamdan Prize for Teacher Development

Nominations Open for Next Generation Award – Sri Lanka

Deadline: 30-May-21 Nominations are now open for the Next Generation Award to champion the Sri Lankan economy and to shine a spotlight on the next generation of ground-breaking young leadership. Considered Sectors Careers, entrepreneurship, sports, social service, innovation, Talents, Music … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Next Generation Award – Sri Lanka

Applications Open for ASEAN Youth Social Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 24-May-21 The Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS) and Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA) in cooperation with the ASEAN Foundation and ASEAN CSR Network, under the ASEAN-Norwegian Cooperation Project on Local Capacity Building for Reducing Plastic Pollution in the ASEAN … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ASEAN Youth Social Innovation Challenge

TWAS: Samira Omar Innovation for Sustainability Award

Deadline: 12-May-21 Nominations are now open for the Samira Omar Innovation for Sustainability Award to supports sustainable prosperity through research, education, policy, and diplomacy. TWAS is inviting nominations for the 2021 Award from all its members as well as science academies, … [Read more...] about TWAS: Samira Omar Innovation for Sustainability Award

BBC Radio Derby Make a Difference Awards – UK

Deadline: 20-Jun-21 Nominations are now open for the BBC Radio Derby Make a Difference Awards to act in the public interest, serving all audiences through the provision of impartial, high-quality, and distinctive output and services which inform, educate and entertain. The BBC Make a … [Read more...] about BBC Radio Derby Make a Difference Awards – UK

Submit Applications for Colas CSR Challenge

Deadline: 30-May-21 Applications are now open for the Colas CSR Challenge to imagine the responsible infrastructures of the future. Submit your innovations, win prizes and share their ambitions by getting to know them! Put a team together and take part in this Colas challenge to submit your … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Colas CSR Challenge

EIC Accelerator Challenge – Strategic Digital and Health Technologies

Deadline: 16-Jun-21 The European Commission (EC) is currently seeking proposals for the EIC Accelerator Challenge – Strategic Digital and Health Technologies. The EIC Accelerator Challenges supports companies (principally start-ups and SMEs) to scale up high impact innovations with the … [Read more...] about EIC Accelerator Challenge – Strategic Digital and Health Technologies

Nominations Open for the UN-Habitat Scroll of Honor Awards

Deadline: 08-Aug-21 Nominations are now open for the UN-Habitat Scroll of Honor Awards to promote transformative change in cities and human settlements through knowledge, policy advice, technical assistance, and collaborative action. The award, launched in 1989, recognizes individuals and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the UN-Habitat Scroll of Honor Awards

2021 AFD Digital Challenge – Apply Now!

Deadline: 26-May-21 Applications are now open for the AFD Digital Challenge to support high-impact digital actors in Africa and combine the challenges of the digital transition with those of climate protection and biodiversity, in line with Goal 13 of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals … [Read more...] about 2021 AFD Digital Challenge – Apply Now!

Intercultural Innovation Award: Receive USD 200,000 + 1 year Support and Mentoring from UNAOC and BMW Group

Deadline: 27-May-21 Nominations are now open for the 7th Edition of Intercultural Innovation Award to support the most innovative grassroots projects that encourage intercultural dialogue and work toward a more peaceful and socially inclusive world by building mutual respect among peoples of … [Read more...] about Intercultural Innovation Award: Receive USD 200,000 + 1 year Support and Mentoring from UNAOC and BMW Group

Nominations Open for the 16th Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award

Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD) is calling for nominations for the 16th Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award (ADHRA) to support courageous individuals and groups who build democracy, stand up for justice, and defend human rights. The ADHRA is annually awarded to … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the 16th Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award

Nomination Open for New European Bauhaus Prizes 2021

Deadline: 31-May-21 Nominations are now open for the New European Bauhaus Prizes 2021 to accelerate the green transition, contribute to the recovery and to ensure a better living together for all, and to capitalize on the existing wealth of knowledge, experience, and capacities as much as to call … [Read more...] about Nomination Open for New European Bauhaus Prizes 2021

Nominations Open for the Social Entrepreneurship Award 2021 in North Macedonia

Deadline: 10-Jun-21 Nominations are now open for the Social Entrepreneurship Award 2021 to increase the interest among young people for social entrepreneurship and through it for them to know the opportunities for developing their own career. The Social Entrepreneurship Award is a competition … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the Social Entrepreneurship Award 2021 in North Macedonia

Nominations Open for the Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards – Australia

Deadline: 13-Aug-21 Nominations are now open for the Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards to acknowledge recent success within their company. The Awards recognise the best in waste and resource recovery. Award Categories Outstanding WARR Project: The Outstanding WARR project award is … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the Waste Innovation & Recycling Awards – Australia

Notice of Funding Opportunity to reduce the Incidence of HIV in the US

Deadline: 6-Jan-22 The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and National Institutes of Health is inviting proposals for the Development and Renovation of Research Space for HIV/AIDS Research at Institutions Serving Underrepresented Populations or Located in Institutional Development … [Read more...] about Notice of Funding Opportunity to reduce the Incidence of HIV in the US

Submit Applications for Emergency Awards: Engaged COVID-19 Testing Interventions (US)

Deadline: 7-Jul-21 The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and National Institutes of Health is seeking proposals for the Emergency Awards: Community-Engaged COVID-19 Testing Interventions among Underserved and Vulnerable Populations RADx-UP Phase II to support Phase II of the Rapid … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Emergency Awards: Engaged COVID-19 Testing Interventions (US)

Submit Nominations for 2021 Plan India Impact Awards

Deadline: 12-May-21 Plan India is seeking nominations for the 2021 Plan India Impact Awards to recognise the unwavering contributions of the last mile champions. Across its three editions, the Awards have nationally celebrated outstanding functionaries, provided the impetus to continue their … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2021 Plan India Impact Awards

Call for Nominations: INAE Young Innovator & Entrepreneur Award (India)

Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The Indian National Academy of Engineering is calling nominations for INAE Young Innovator & Entrepreneur Award to encourage and recognize innovation and entrepreneurship among Young Engineers. The nominations would be sought from Fellows/CEOs/Directors/Heads of … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: INAE Young Innovator & Entrepreneur Award (India)

Apply for the Social Impact Award in Ukraine

Deadline: 10-Jun-21 Applications are now open for the 2021 Social Impact Award (SIA) that works to create a community of young innovators who transform their ideas into action. Social Impact Award works to create a community of young innovators who transform their ideas into action. They … [Read more...] about Apply for the Social Impact Award in Ukraine

Submit Applications for Change the Conversation Challenge!

Deadline: 10-May-21 Are you 31 or younger? Have you ever helped someone understand that migrants enrich our communities and want to share your experience? Do you have a small activity, an initiative, or project working towards changing narratives on migration? If yes, then this Change the … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Change the Conversation Challenge!

ADB: Smart Cities Datathon Challenge 2021

Deadline: 31-May-21 The Asian Development Bank is seeking applications for its Smart Cities Datathon Challenge 2021 to Build Back Smarter: Digital Solutions for Livable Cities. Cities around the world are still struggling with the COVID-19 pandemic. Recovery will most likely be much longer and … [Read more...] about ADB: Smart Cities Datathon Challenge 2021

Nominations Open for Nils Klim Prize

Deadline: 15-Jun-21 Nominations are now open for the Nils Klim Prize to research in the humanities, social sciences, law, or theology. The Nils Klim Prize was established by the Norwegian Parliament in 2003 and is awarded annually to a scholar under the age of 35 for outstanding contributions … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Nils Klim Prize

Nominations Open for 2021 European Diversity Awards

Deadline: 31-Aug-21 Nominations are now open for the 2021 European Diversity Awards (EDA) to recognise those individuals and organisations whose outstanding leadership has made a genuine difference to the equality, diversity and inclusion agenda. Launched in 2010, the European Diversity Awards … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 European Diversity Awards

Call for Applications: Planet “See Change, Change the World” Challenge

Deadline: 19-Jul-21 Applications are now open for the Planet "See Change, Change the World" Challenge to look for new solutions that help save their planet by fostering EO data and derived products which promote the European Green Deal. Founded in 2010 by a team of ex-NASA scientists, Planet … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Planet “See Change, Change the World” Challenge

Multicultural Queensland Awards 2021: Australia

Deadline: 10-May-21 Applications are now open for the Multicultural Queensland Awards to recognize the valuable contributions of Queenslanders who support and promote a united, harmonious and inclusive Queensland community. The Multicultural Queensland Awards 2021 program provides an … [Read more...] about Multicultural Queensland Awards 2021: Australia

Nominations Open for the William J. Zellerbach Award for Social Change – US

Deadline: 10-May-21 The Zellerbach Family Foundation invites Bay Area organizations to apply for the third annual William J. Zellerbach Award for Social Change (WJZ Award). The WJZ Award was established to honor the legacy of William J. Zellerbach, who served as the foundation’s Board Chair … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the William J. Zellerbach Award for Social Change – US

Nominations Open for 2021 African ChangeMakers Initiative Awards

Deadline: 31-May-21 Nominations are now open for the 2021 African ChangeMakers Initiative Awards (#ACiAwards2021) to identify and celebrate excellence, leadership, entrepreneurial ingenuity of social entrepreneurs, businesses, technologist, and social innovators in individuals, programs, teams, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 African ChangeMakers Initiative Awards

Wellington Airport Community Awards 2021 (UK)

Deadline: 31-May-21 Wellington Community Trust is seeking applications for its Wellington Airport regional Community Awards to recognise the work carried out by community groups in the wider Wellington region. The focus of the awards is to celebrate volunteers for their valuable contribution to … [Read more...] about Wellington Airport Community Awards 2021 (UK)

Apply for Social Impact Award Program – Bosnia and Herzegovina

Deadline: 11-May-21 Do you have an idea, but not the means to make it happen? Do you want to contribute to society with your work? If yes, then apply for the Social Impact Award program! SIA working to create a community of young people who transform their intentions into actions. They do this … [Read more...] about Apply for Social Impact Award Program – Bosnia and Herzegovina