Impact League

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Be the Next Leader in Innovation

Are you between the ages of 13 and 24?

If so, you’re eligible to compete in the WSI Impact League! Whether you’re going solo or teaming up with friends, we’re excited to welcome all innovators to take on a challenge (or two) and make a real-world impact!

Choose a Challenge That Sparks Your Creativity!

Pick a challenge that excites you the most and start creating something amazing.

الأهداف العالمية 3

تحدي الصحة الجيدة والرفاهية لمؤسسة ميتلايف

التحدي:

اخلق فرصًا تجعل الحياة الصحية أسهل وأكثر وصولًا وأكثر بهجة لجميع أفراد مجتمعك.

الأهداف العالمية 3

MetLife Foundation Good Health and Well-Being Challenge

التحدي:

Create opportunities that make healthy living easier, accessible, and more joyful for all members of your community.

الأهداف العالمية 4

تحدي النجاح المالي من EverBank

التحدي:

التحدي الخاص بك هو تصميم منتج أو خدمة أو مبادرة تمكّن الشباب في المجتمعات المحرومة من خلال أدوات تعليم مالي جذابة، مما يساعدهم على بناء مستقبل أكثر شمولية ومرونة.

الأهداف العالمية 4

تحدي مهارات النجاح من كوميريكا

التحدي:

تحديك هو تطوير منصات أو مبادرات تعلم المهارات الأساسية في الصناعة، مما يمكن الشباب من المشاركة الكاملة في الاقتصاد.

الأهداف العالمية 4

EverBank Smart Hustle Challenge

التحدي:

Design a solution that equips youth with the financial literacy, planning, and decision-making skills needed to successfully manage income from entrepreneurship, freelancing, gig work, or other nontraditional sources of earnings.

الأهداف العالمية 8

تحدي فرصة للجميع من PayPal

التحدي:

صمم منتجًا أو خدمة أو مبادرة تدعم شركة صغيرة في تعزيز تأثيرها، وتعزيز الشمول، وخلق الفرص.

الأهداف العالمية 8

Intuit Food Truck Challenge

التحدي:

Your challenge is to design solutions that help food truck businesses run efficiently, stay financially healthy, and operate sustainably and safely, creating stronger jobs and steadier growth for the people who run them.

الأهداف العالمية 13

تحدي حلول التكنولوجيا المناخية من CBT

التحدي:

صمم حلاً يساعد المجتمعات على الاستعداد لمواجهة التحديات المتعلقة بالمناخ – مثل الفيضانات أو موجات الحر أو انقطاع التيار الكهربائي.

الأهداف العالمية 16

تحدي الذكاء الاصطناعي المسؤول من EY

التحدي:

كيف يمكننا تسخير الذكاء الاصطناعي وقوة ريادة الأعمال لتصميم حلول تجعل المجتمعات أكثر استدامة وشمولية وسلامًا

الأهداف العالمية 16

EY Responsible AI Challenge

التحدي:

How might we harness artificial intelligence (AI) and the power of entrepreneurship to design solutions that make communities more sustainable, inclusive, and peaceful

How to Compete

Students can create teams, explore challenge briefs, and submit their innovative solutions via our online submission platform. Each submission will be assessed on creativity, connection to advancing the relevant SDG, and potential impact.

Don’t forget to enjoy the process of learning and reflecting as you develop your ideas!

1.

Pick a Challenge

Found a challenge that sparks your interest? Sign up to compete by clicking the “Accept Challenge” button for the one you want to enter, or use the “Get Started” button at the top right to begin your journey!

2.

Brainstorm

Set a timer and generate as many ideas as you can in a short amount of time, don’t limit yourself! This brainstorming phase is important, as you’ll be able to reference these ideas when crafting your final submission.

3.

Submit Your Idea

Once you’ve signed up to compete, click “Get Started” to access the online entry form and begin building your submission. Just remember to submit your idea by December 13, 2026!

Challenge Timeline

September 9th

New Challenges Launch

Competitors can review challenge prompts and start brainstorming ideas!

September to December

Webinar, Workshops, and Live Support Available to Competitors

Support for idea development, design thinking, and submission guidance

Optional sessions to connect with NFTE staff, mentors, and peers

December 13th

Submission Deadline: 11:59 PM EST

All entries must be submitted via entry platform.

Ensure online entry form is complete and meet submission requirements.

January 2027

First Round Judging

Judges review all entries and score based on creativity, impact, feasibility, and presentation.

Top entries selected to advance to Final Round.

February 8th

Top 10 finalists announced

Finalists notified via email and NFTE socials.

Finalists prepare their pitch videos for the next round.

March 2nd

Finalist Pitch Videos Due

Submit your polished video presentation for the final judging round.

Highlight your solution, impact, and creativity.

April 21st

Top 3 Winners Announced Live per Challenge Category

Winners celebrated in a live virtual event.

Prizes awarded to team members and supporting teachers/mentors.

Opportunity to gain recognition and share your solution with a global audience.

Competitor Resources

Innovators Tool Kit

Step-by-step guide for innovators to help support themselves throughout the competition.

Impact League Entry Form + Rubric

View the offline entry form and also take a look at the judging scorecard.

Attend Virtual Office Hours

Join our virtual office hours starting September 15th to get personalized support, ask questions, and stay on track.
Weekly Schedule:
Tuesdays: 12:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Wednesdays: 6:00 - 9:00 AM EST
Fridays: 2:00 - 5:00 PM EST

Office hours will be unavailable November 16-27

Prizes

Top ideas each year are awarded prize funding to fuel new ventures, or educational dreams! Every participant walks away with new connections, thoughtful feedback, and the spark to fuel their future.

1st Place

$1,500
Per challenge category

2nd Place

$600
Per challenge category

3rd Place

$300
Per challenge category

People's Choice

$500
Top voted innovation