TheirWorld Education Innovation Awards 2026

📖 About TheirWorld Education Innovation Awards

The Education Innovation Awards 2026 support non-profit organisations that leverage digital technology to expand access to quality education for marginalized learners. This initiative helps organisations scale their innovations, improve learning outcomes, and strengthen capabilities through targeted mentorship and funding.

🎁 Benefits of TheirWorld Education Innovation Awards

Selected organisations receive:

• Financial Support: Grant of up to £50,000 per organisation
• Expert Guidance: Specialised technology expertise and leadership coaching
• Training: Masterclass sessions on scaling education innovations
• Mentorship: One-to-one and group mentoring from industry experts
• Strategic Development: Support to plan next growth stages and optimise team performance

✅ Requirements for Participation

To participate, organisations must:

• Be registered non-profits
• Have reached at least 2,000 learners with their innovation in the past year
• Focus on education for marginalized learners
• Not submit AI-based projects for this 2026 cohort (eligible in 2027)

📝 Application Date and Process

Steps to Apply:

1. Eligibility Check: Confirm your organisation meets all requirements
2. Prepare Application: Include details of the innovation, impact metrics, and learner reach
3. Submit Proposal: Highlight scalability, innovation, and measurable learning outcomes
4. Selection Process: Shortlisted organisations are invited to interviews and programme onboarding
5. Programme Participation: Attend masterclasses, coaching sessions, and receive mentoring
6. Funding Disbursement: Receive grant to implement the next phase of innovation

📅 Application Deadline

16 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of TheirWorld Education Innovation Awards
• Apply for TheirWorld Education Innovation Awards

For more information, visit the official website linked above.

• Financial Support: Grant of up to £50,000 per organisation
• Expert Guidance: Specialised technology expertise and leadership coaching
• Training: Masterclass sessions on scaling education innovations
• Mentorship: One-to-one and group mentoring from industry experts
• Strategic Development: Support to plan next growth stages and optimise team performance