International Young Eco-Hero Awards 2026

Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

high school

6 months (duration)

partially funded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📝 About Action For Nature International Young Eco-Hero Awards

The Action For Nature (AFN) International Young Eco-Hero Awards celebrate young changemakers making a difference in environmental conservation. This program honors projects that are:

Self-initiated
Hands-on
Focused on protecting the natural world, promoting sustainability, and inspiring others

🎁 Benefits of the Awards

Participants of the Action For Nature International Young Eco-Hero Awards will receive:

Cash Prize: Up to $1,000
Certificate of Achievement
Public recognition through media press releases
Exclusive access to the Eco-Hero Alumni Facebook group

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the awards, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Age: Applicants must be 8–16 years old as of February 28, 2026.
Project Type: Action-based environmental projects, including advocacy, research, or conservation.
Duration: Projects must last a minimum of 6 months and be completed or nearing completion.

Restrictions:

Projects must not be teacher-assigned or adult-led.
No domestic or confined animal projects.
Purely academic reports, compositions, or science fair-only projects are ineligible unless extended with additional environmental action.
Previous winners, relatives of AFN board members, and active panel members or judges are ineligible.

📅 Application Date and Process

Steps to Apply:

Develop a self-initiated environmental project lasting at least 6 months.
Document your project with clear objectives, methodology, and results.
Complete the application in English, including:
- Project description
- Outcomes and environmental impact
- Any science-based data or results, if applicable
Submit the application before the deadline.