Westly Prize for Young Innovators of California 2025-2026

The Westly Prize recognizes talent and the humanitarian spirit of aspiring social entrepreneurs. It offers grand prizes of $40,000 for individuals or small teams and $5,000 for honorable mentions, with eligibility spanning various innovation categories relevant to California. Applicants may enter as individuals or teams of up to four members, with specific residency and age requirements.

Prize money for winners; recognition for winners and honorees.

Innovators may apply as individuals or teams of up to four members; individuals must be under 28 in the calendar year of application; applicants must live, work, or attend school in California.

Apply via the provided application link on the Westly Prize page.