Call for applications for the UNEP Young Champions of the Earth 2026. Offered by the United Nations Environment Program, winners of the competition will get a chance to attend an award ceremony in the USA. Young champions will get seed funding of US$10,000 to grow their business. Moreover, they will get mentorship from environmental experts and attend various workshops. Along with the awards ceremony, participants will also attend other official events, providing them the opportunity to expand their network.
UNEP international award recognises talented changemakers from across the world who are contributing to the protection and restoration of our planet. By winning the UNEP competition 2026, young individuals will get international media coverage and gain publicity. On top of this, Young Champions of the Earth will compete in a pitch competition for Planet A to receive a grant of up to US$100,000. To share their journey on the official website for a year, young individuals will get a smartphone multimedia production kit. They will receive training and mentorship for effective communication.
If you have been working on an environmental project to bring change or have an innovative idea for improving the future of our planet, UNEP is an exceptional opportunity for you. Participants working for about six months or more, and who are between 18 to 30 years old by the end of the year, are eligible to apply for the awards program in the USA. Apply now to get global recognition for your contributions before the applications close.
UNEP Young Champions of the Earth 2026 | Win $10,000 + Fully Funded USA Trip:
Host Country:
- USA
Host Organisation:
- United Nations Environment Program, and Planet A
Program Location:
- New York, USA
Program Dates:
- TBD (To be decided)
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Benefits of UNEP Young Champions of the Earth 2026:
- Winners will receive a seed funding of US$10,000 to grow their business.
- Participants will get mentorship from a global community of environmental professionals.
- Young champions will attend an ward ceremony and other official events.
- Winners will get global recognition and media coverage.
- Young individuals will compete in a pitch competition for a grant of up to US$100,000.
Eligibility Criteria for UNEP Young Champions of the Earth 2026:
- Applicants must be between 18-30 years old.
- Applicants must have minimum six months of experience working on their environmental project.
- Individuals who applied previously can apply again.
- The competition allows only one entry per person per year.
- Applicants should not be employees or immediate family members of lead and support organizations (UNEP, Planet A and CoalitionWild).
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How to apply for UNEP Young Champions of the Earth 2026:
- Apply through online application form.
- Answer the eligible questions.
- Provide your personal information and contact details.
- Write your bio.
- Provide details of your idea.
- Submit a one-minute pitch video (upload and share an all-access link to a downloadable file.
- Answer the 3Ps questions.
- Mention the progress, awards, achievements, prizes so far.
- Provide details of your referee.
- Share a downloadable link to a recommendation letter in PDF format (such as Google Drive or Dropbox).
- Explain your motivation to join this program.
- Select the areas of expertise relevant to to you.
- Read and check the declaration.
- Click ‘submit’ to submit your application form.
Documents required for UNEP Young Champions of the Earth 2026:
- Valid passport for traveling (if selected l)
- Other relevant supporting documents.
Program Deadline:
- The last date to apply is 31 March, 2026.
