Deadline: June 14, 2026
Applications are open for the Global Citizen Waislitz Awards 2026. Celebrating its twelfth year, The Global Citizen Waislitz Awards are annual cash prizes totaling $300,000 that recognize the excellence of individuals in their work to end extreme poverty. The Waislitz foundation exists to create a positive social impact locally and globally through innovative projects that empower individuals to meet their full potential and make a measurable difference to the world.
Global Citizen is a movement that inspires and empowers millions of people around the world to learn and take action in support of the most critical issues facing humanity. They work with global artists, influencers, and sports figures, to use their voice to create change and achieve their mission of ending extreme poverty. This leads corporate, government, and philanthropic leaders to make commitments in support of achieving the Global Goals. Global Citizen is a powerful social advocacy platform that has inspired real change impacting the lives of more than 1 billion people.
Benefits
The 2026 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards feature three awards totaling $300,000 USD. They will be profiled in editorial pieces that will be featured on the Global Citizen platform and social media.
- Global Citizen Waislitz Prize: $100,000 winner based on all five criteria below
- Disruptor Award: $100,000 winner who excels in the “Disruption” criteria
- Global Citizens’ Choice Award: $100,000 winner selected with input from online voting from the Global Citizen community
Eligibility
- Entrants must be aged eighteen (18) years of age or older
- Be from anywhere in the world.
Evaluation Criteria
- Global Citizenship: How does the applicant embody and exemplify the values and practices of a Global Citizen?
- Proof of Concept: Does the applicant have a strong proof of concept with at least 1-2 years of impact towards ending extreme poverty?
- Disruption: Has the applicant created measurable impact in an innovative manner that disrupts the systems that allow for extreme poverty to exist?
- Scalability: How would this award enable/support the applicant to scale or improve their work?
- Adaptability: Can the applicant demonstrate examples of their ability to adapt and evolve to changing conditions?
Application
For more information, visit Global Citizen Waislitz Awards.
