The Lemelson Foundation United States
2025
Information
The Lemelson Early Inventor Prize is a prize awarded to outstanding young inventors in Society Affiliate Fairs with middle school participants, recognizing inventive thinking that addresses community challenges and offers solutions. The prize includes a monetary award to the winners and aims to inspire continued innovation among young students.
Benefits
Monetary prize of $100 and recognition for the winning projects; encouragement to continue inventing and developing ideas.
Eligibility
Open to middle school students participating in Society Affiliate Fairs across the country.
Application
Participate in Society Affiliate Fairs as a middle school student and have a qualifying project evaluated for the Lemelson Early Inventor Prize.
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