New Challenges Launch September 9th!

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Imagination
League
AGES 5-12

Think Big. Be Bold. Make it Happen!

Are you between 5 and 12 years old? Do you love to create, build, and imagine? Join the Imagination League and turn your amazing ideas into reality!

How it Works

1.

Pick a Challenge

Explore the challenge to learn more—check out real-world examples to help you understand it better.

2.

Brainstorm Your Ideas

Set a timer and think of as many cool ideas as you can—don’t worry if they seem silly! Every idea counts and can help you build something amazing later.

3.

Send Us Your Idea

When you’re ready, click “Get Started” to fill out the form and share your big idea. A parent or teacher will need to help you submit it. Just make sure it’s turned in by December 12, 2025!

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Who Can Join the Fun?

All Young Entrepreneurs Welcome!

Ages 5-12

All creative students between 5 and 12 years old can join!

Solo or Team

Work by yourself or with up to 3 other friends (teams can have 4 participants).

Any skill level No experience needed – just bring your imagination!

Choose a Challenge That Sparks Your Creativity!

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

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MetLife Foundation Good Health and Well-Being Challenge

The Challenge:

Promote high quality access to physical and/or mental wellbeing in your community.
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Aramco Clean Water Challeng

The Challenge:

Imagine a tool or machine that can turn dirty water in your community into clean, usable water!
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Citi Foundation Youth Economic Development Challeng

The Challenge:

Help everyone have a good job and make sure that everyone, including people who might have trouble finding work, can earn money and have a happy, safe place to work.

Challenge Timeline

New Challenges Open

A new set of innovation challenges launches September 9th.

Click the Get Started button to register and start an entry! 

Get Started!September 9th

Last Chance to Submit!

Submit your entries by December 12th to make your mark in the competition. Remember, innovation knows no bounds, and your creativity could be the key to unlocking new possibilities!

December 12th

The judges have started reviewing your entries!

Winners for each challenge category will be announced in late February!

January 2026

Imagination League Winners Announced!

Check your email or NFTE socials; Imagination League winners have been announced!

February 20th

Prizes

1st Place

$200 USD for Team $100 USD for Adult Supporter Celebration of Innovation 1st Place Plaque

2nd Place

Certificate of Achievement Celebration of Innovation

3rd Place

Certificate of Achievement Celebration of Innovation

Entry form Example

Ready to Get Started?

What you’ll need:
1. Parent or Teacher’s email
2. Name, age, and country of each team member
3. Which challenge do you want to tackle

Ask a parent, guardian, or teacher to help you sign up!
Registration is easy and free!

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