Are you a student (ages 13-18) in California with an innovative idea? National Geographic is eager to hear more about your incredible groundbreaking ideas that could shape the future of our planet!

Take a look at the challenge focus areas below to see if your idea addresses any one of them and submit a 60 second video for a chance to win up to $10,000!

Hello Educators!

Are you ready to introduce the Slingshot Challenge to your class and empower your incredible students with their world-changing ideas? Share this exciting opportunity with your students today!

Introducing Brittney Beck, Associate Professor from the Department of Teacher Education, California State University, Bakersfield, and a National Geographic Explorer who is offering tailored support for educators and youth interested in participating in the program. Feel free to reach out to her at bbeck4@csub.edu, if you're interested in receiving this personalized assistance.