Be More Grant Competition
Forecasted
The Be More Grant Competition by the National Society of High School Scholars funds and mentors young innovators with established projects advancing technology and global betterment.
Funder: National Society of High School Scholars
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: 5 awards of $10,000 each; total annual funding $50,000; one-time award per winner
Summary: Supports NSHSS members launching innovative projects or nonprofits for technological, social, and global betterment, with funding and mentorship.
Key Information: Applicants must be NSHSS members with an established project, product, or nonprofit.
Description
The Be More Grant Competition, organized by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), is designed to empower young innovators and changemakers who are NSHSS members. The competition provides both funding and mentorship to students and young leaders with established, cutting-edge projects, products, services, or nonprofits that advance technology, social good, or global betterment. Finalists participate in a virtual "Shark Tank"-style event, pitching their ideas to a panel of judges and receiving guidance from experienced mentors. The program is highly competitive and aims to amplify the impact of youth-driven initiatives across fields such as STEM, humanities, sustainability, healthcare equity, accessibility, education, and social reintegration.
