Competition

The Slingshot Challenge

Closes:

February 7, 2025

Value:

Up to $10,000 in funding

We believe that changing the future of conservation begins with small steps: with great ideas that drive impact in YOUR community. We believe that together, our ideas and actions will add up to progress protecting our planet and improving our future.

  • Register for the challenge on Videos For Change. If you’re under 18, you’ll need a guardian’s email and their consent to participate.
  • Explore Videos For Change to see example Slingshot Challenge submission videos and download the challenge toolkits.
  • Get started on your idea. Sign up for a workshop, where you can brainstorm ideas, get answers to questions, and connect with like-minded peers across the world.
  • Create and submit your 1-minute video detailing your idea for the chance to receive up to $10,000 in funding to bring it to life.
Offered by

Organisation:

National Geographic

Location:

All
Key Dates

Closes:

February 7, 2025
Perks

Value:

Up to $10,000 in funding

Number on offer:

No limit
Details:

Submit a 1-minute video describing their idea for solving environmental issues for a chance to receive up to $10,000 in funding.

Eligibility Criteria

Study Level:

Middle School | School Leaver | Secondary School | Vocational
Details:

We invite 13–18-year-olds to rise to the challenge.

 

Fields of Study

Agriculture, Animals and EnvironmentSTEM
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