100+ Awards, Prizes, and Challenges for Individuals and Organizations

[October 2026] Explore 100+ awards, prizes, and challenges offering opportunities for individuals, researchers, students, entrepreneurs, and organizations across various fields. From innovation and education to environmental conservation, arts, science, and social impact, these opportunities recognize achievements, encourage new ideas, and support meaningful initiatives. Find opportunities that match your interests, work, and goals, and take the next step toward recognition and growth.

Open Call: Prince Talal International Prize for Human Development

Deadline: February 15, 2027

The Prince Talal International Prize for Human Development is an annual award presented by the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND). It offers a total financial reward of US$ 1,000,000 to recognize innovative and creative projects that enhance human development…[more] Submit Nominations for World Travel Photography Awards

Deadline: November 9, 2026

The World Travel Photography Awards 2026, presented by JRNY Magazine, is a prestigious competition that invites photographers worldwide to submit their best travel images. The competition aims to celebrate diverse cultures and landscapes through the art of photography. Participants stand a chance to win recognition and a free one-year digital subscription to JRNY Magazine…[more]

Apply Now: Your River Lea Photo Competition

Deadline: 2 November 2026

The Cody Dock invites photography enthusiasts to participate in the Your River Lea 2026 Photo Competition…[more] Global Ideas Competition for Graduate Students

Deadline: 1 February 2027

The 2027 Global Ideas Competition, hosted by the St. Gallen Symposium, invites graduate and postgraduate students from around the world to present innovative solutions and compete for participation as a Leader of Tomorrow. This prestigious event offers an unparalleled platform for cross-generational dialogue with influential leaders from various sectors…[more] Nominations Open for Eni Award – Energy Frontiers Prize

Deadline: November 20, 2026

The Eni Award is a prestigious international prize established to honor outstanding research and innovation in the fields of energy and environmental science. Offered by Eni, a leading global energy company, the award aims to promote the development of innovative technologies and sustainable solutions…[more] Eni Award for Research and Innovation in Energy and Environment

Deadline: November 20, 2026

The Eni Award 2027 is an initiative by Eni, aimed at recognizing and rewarding research and technological innovation in energy and environmental fields. Established in 2008, it supports efforts to improve the use of energy sources, promote renewable energy, and protect the environment…[more]

Call for Applications: Learning Planet Youth Design Challenge

Deadline: 7 January 2027

The Learning Planet Youth Design Challenge (LPYDC) invites young people aged 15–26 worldwide to submit innovative education projects addressing peace, mental health, or the environment. Sixty shortlisted projects will receive training and mentorship, while twelve selected ambassadors will each receive a $1,000 grant to advance their initiatives…[more] Nominations open for World Sustainability Award

Deadline: 30-November-2026

The World Sustainability Award (WSA) recognizes senior researchers whose outstanding contributions have significantly advanced sustainability research through scientific excellence, innovation, and real-world impact…[more] Open Call for D-Prize Global Competition

Deadline: 15 November 2026

The D-Prize Global Competition supports aspiring entrepreneurs who want to launch ventures that distribute proven solutions to people experiencing poverty…[more] Apply for the 2027 Yves Rocher Foundation Terre de Femmes International Award

Deadline: 30 November 2026

The Yves Rocher Foundation is accepting applications for the 2027 Terre de Femmes International Award. This award aims to support women worldwide who lead projects that integrate trees into urban environments, providing a grant of €10,000 to each selected project…[more] Entries open for Sopra Steria International Student Challenge

Deadline: 6 December 2026

The Sopra Steria International Student Challenge 2026-2027 invites students worldwide to propose innovative projects that foster critical thinking and responsible digital technology usage. Teams can win up to €10,000 and gain invaluable mentorship and career opportunities…[more] Entries open for Sustainable Food Challenge 2027

Deadline: 25 November 2026

The MassChallenge Sustainable Food Challenge 2027 invites startups worldwide to collaborate with global food corporations to tackle sustainability issues in the food industry. This opportunity offers startups the chance to pilot their solutions, gain investments, and scale their technologies with industry leaders…[more]

Call for Nominations: Whitley Award for Wildlife and Biodiversity Conservation

Deadline: 30-October-2026

The Whitley Awards provide £50,000 in project funding to grassroots conservation leaders who are delivering proven, science-based solutions for threatened ecosystems and biodiversity…[more] 2027 Global Learning Challenge

Deadline: 2 November 2026

The 2027 Global Learning Challenge is an initiative by MIT Solve seeking technology-driven solutions to address global education disparities. The challenge emphasizes strengthening instructional practices, supporting low-resource settings, and enhancing assessment capabilities…[more]

Call for Nominations: Global Schools Prize

Deadline: 16 December 2026

The Global Schools Prize is an international education award that recognizes exceptional schools re-imagining what’s possible in education…[more] Submit Entries for Global Leadership Challenge

Deadline: 5 November 2026

The Global Leadership Challenge (GLC) 2026 invites postgraduate students and young professionals to apply for participation in a program convening 100 young leaders through an open application process…[more]

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