Moonshot Awards 2026 for Young Global Changemakers (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Moonshot Awards 2026, an international opportunity for young innovators, entrepreneurs, creators, and advocates working on solutions to global challenges.

The program supports young leaders creating impact through technology, education, health, climate action, social innovation, arts, and community development. Selected participants will receive funding, mentorship, leadership training, and access to a global network of changemakers.

The awards ceremony will take place in New York, USA.

Program Details

Program Type: Fully Funded
Organizer: Moonshot Platform
Application Deadline: 12 July 2026
Award Ceremony: 12 November 2026
Location: New York, USA

Benefits

Successful applicants may receive:

Equity-free grant funding of up to USD 100,000
Unrestricted financial support for projects
A 2-year global leadership acceleration program
Mentorship from international experts
Access to conferences and global innovation platforms
Membership in the Moonshot Global Community
Sponsored participation at the New York awards ceremony

Award Categories

Main Awards

Idea Award
Start-up Award
Non-Profit Award

Thematic Impact Awards

Learning
Health
Art for Humanity
AI for Good
Borderless
Spark

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Be between 15 and 30 years old by July 2026
Show leadership through innovation, advocacy, entrepreneurship, research, arts, or community work
Be working on solutions to social, environmental, humanitarian, or technological challenges
Apply individually or as part of a youth-led initiative

Applicants from all countries are eligible.

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