welcome to the slingshot challenge
National Geographic and OKAGE believe that changing the future of conservation begins with small steps, with great ideas that drive impact in your community. We believe that together, our ideas and actions will add up to progress protecting our planet and improving our future.
We invite students 13 years of age or older to rise to the challenge, and submit a one-minute video describing their idea for solving environmental issues for a chance to receive up to $10,000 in funding.
For the 2025-26 challenge, OKAGE encourages participants to consider highlighting a solution to a current environmental problem like pollution, air quality, or animal habitat conservation.
Submissions are due by Friday, February 6, 2026.
Join the Global Challenge
The Global Challenge is only open to students 13-18 years of age.
Join the Oklahoma Challenge
The Oklahoma Challenge is open to any student 13 years of age or older.
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slingshot challenge interest form
Winners of the 2025 Oklahoma Competition
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