Be More Grant Competition
The NSHSS Be More Grant supports student-led projects advancing technology and world betterment, providing funding, mentorship, and a virtual pitch competition for innovative young changemakers.
Funder: National Society of High School Scholars
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (Full application deadline, 11:59 PM EST)
Funding Amounts: Five awards of $10,000 each; total $50,000 in annual funding; one-year duration.
Summary: Supports NSHSS members leading innovative projects or organizations that advance technology and world betterment, culminating in a virtual pitch competition.
Key Information: Only NSHSS members (high school, college, or lifetime) with established impactful projects are eligible.
Description
The Be More Grant Competition, organized by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), is designed to empower and amplify the impact of visionary student entrepreneurs and changemakers. This annual competition provides funding and mentorship to NSHSS members who are leading innovative projects, products, services, or nonprofits that contribute to technological advancement and world betterment. The initiative spans a broad range of domains including STEM, humanities, engineering, medicine, artificial intelligence, social research, conservation, and more.
Finalists participate in a virtual Shark Tank-style competition, where they pitch their initiatives to a panel of judges and receive mentorship to refine their presentations. The program aims to support young leaders in scaling their impact, fostering entrepreneurial skills, and driving meaningful change in their communities and beyond.
