2026 Emerging Innovator Awards Nomination

Award Overview

Amidst rapid change and intractable global challenges, the world needs young leaders to take ownership of the future. The Emerging Innovator Awards aim to inspire, connect, and empower the next generation of changemakers by recognizing the top-100 high school students from around the world whose extraordinary and innovative efforts are making a positive impact on others and helping to drive societal advancement. Upon nominating a student, they will receive an email with details on how to apply. All high school students who are currently enrolled and in good academic standing are eligible to apply for award recognition. Each student must submit a completed application package by November 1, 2025.

Prize Packages

All honorees will receive a certificate of recognition and exclusive invitation for themselves and one adult (21+) to attend the Limitless World Summit in addition to competing for a $40,000 prize pool of cash and scholarships:

Semifinalist (Top 100 honorees): Exclusive opportunity to attend Limitless World Summit (invitation-only event) with a 50% award scholarship applied to the cost of registration
Finalist (up to 10 honorees): Exclusive opportunity to attend LImitless World Summit (invitation-only event) with a 100% award scholarship applied to the cost of registration and a $1,000 cash prize
Emerging Innovator of the Year (1 honoree): Same as Finalist package with an additional cash prize totalling $5,000

Student Information

Please provide the name and contact information of the student you are nominating. They will be informed of the nomination and encouraged to apply via email.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

High School Name

Nominator Information

Nominator First Name

Nominator Last Name

Nominator Email Address

Contact Information