Generation Regen Challenge 2027 Agricultural Grants and Summit
Brief Description
The
Generation Regen Challenge 2027, presented by
BMO Community Giving in collaboration with
One Young World, is now open for applications. This impactful program offers substantial
agricultural grants of up to $60,000 alongside fully-funded trips to the
One Young World Summit 2027 in Tokyo, Japan. If you’re leading a purpose-driven non-profit, charity, or social enterprise focused on regenerative
agriculture, ecosystem restoration, and resilient food systems in
Canada or the U.S., this is your chance to scale your vision. Designed to empower young innovators aged 18 to 35, the challenge recognizes initiatives that sequester carbon and rebuild local food networks. You’ll gain crucial funding, global visibility, and lifelong membership in an extensive network of international leaders.
Name of Host Institution
BMO Community Giving and One Young World
Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Be between 18 and 35 years of age.
- Lead a registered Canadian non-profit/charity, U.S. 501c3, or a registered social enterprise in Canada or the U.S.
- Ensure your organisation has been registered for at least one year by November 5, 2026.
- Propose a regenerative or sustainable agriculture project based in and focused on Canada and/or the U.S.
- Possess an operational bank account capable of receiving grant funds and provide audited financial statements.
Benefits
- Two Challenge Winners: Grants of $60,000 each for projects based in Canada and the U.S.
- Four Challenge Finalists: Grants of $20,000 each for projects based in Canada and the U.S.
- One Innovator Prize: A grant of $15,000 for projects based in South Africa.
- Summit Scholarships: All recipients receive a full scholarship to the One Young World Summit 2027 in Tokyo, Japan, taking place from September 28 to October 1, covering return flights, accommodation, and catering.
- Global Network: Lifelong membership to the One Young World Ambassador Community, connecting you with over 20,000 young leaders across 190+ countries.
Deadline
February 24, 2027
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Generation Regen Challenge 2027?
Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old and lead a registered non-profit, charity, or social enterprise in Canada or the U.S. that has been registered for at least one year by November 5, 2026.
Q: What is included in the One Young World Summit scholarship?
All recipients receive a full scholarship to the summit in Tokyo, Japan, which includes return flights, accommodation, and catering, plus lifelong membership in the Ambassador Community.
Q: Are sustainable agriculture projects preferred over regenerative ones?
While sustainable agriculture projects are welcome, the challenge specifically prefers projects that qualify as regenerative agriculture, focusing on ecosystem restoration and carbon sequestration.
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