Generation Regen Challenge 2027: presented by BMO

One Young World

BMO-backed challenge awarding up to $60,000 to youth-led non-profits and social enterprises in Canada and the U.S. working on sustainability, plus a Summit 2027 scholarship. Applications in English or French, due 24 February 2027.

Award: $200,000 total: two winners $60,000 each and four finalists $20,000 each (Canada/U.S.); plus full scholarships to One Young World Summit 2027, Tokyo (28 Sep-1 Oct 2027) incl. flights, accommodation, catering. Separate $15,000 Innovator Prize for South Africa.
Who can apply: Open worldwide
Where: Canada and the United States (Summit 2027 in Tokyo), remote possible
Deadline: 24 Feb

About the programme

A funding opportunity from One Young World, presented by BMO, supporting young leaders and social entrepreneurs working on sustainability and climate-related solutions. Most funding opportunities include participation in the One Young World Leadership Programme and Summit.

Eligibility

Aged 18-35
Organisation registered in Canada (non-profit/charity/social enterprise) or the U.S. (501(c)(3) or social enterprise); project based in and focused on Canada and/or the U.S.
Leader (founder, co-founder, CEO, chair or similar) of a non-profit, charity, social enterprise or purpose-focused start-up
Organisation registered for at least one year by 5 November 2026, has an operational bank account and can provide audited financial statements
One application per organisation, in English or French
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How to apply

Apply via the One Young World funding page before 24 February 2027

Applications are submitted on One Young World’s own site. Open Doors helps you prepare; it is not the official application portal.

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Last checked: 13 Nov 2026, verified by our editors

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