Below you can find a brief overview of the guidelines that give an idea of why one can be nominated for “the youth philanthropist of the year” award. If you feel like you have other characteristics that distinguish you, we would still like to encourage you to apply.

Being philanthropic in his/her society: youngster who does good deed for the members in his/her direct surroundings. As such, it is also related to the degree to which someone young sets an example to the members of his/her society, thereby enacting both a leadership and inspirational role.

Impact: when a youngster’s actions have a tangible, enduring and positive change on the lives of others or the well-being of the society as a whole.

Volunteering: when a youngster performs services to improve other people’s lives out of love for humanity.

Encouraging philanthropy in other people: when a youngster has put time and effort into encouraging and inspiring other people to do good deed and adopt a philanthropistic mindset.

Innovation: when a youngster employs a new approach in his/her journey to good deed and address a specific need.

Financial support: any monetary amount (i.e. including zero) contributed to a social cause or individual project will be sufficient for eligibility.