As we kick off our fifth anniversary, we’re proud to honor 10 exceptional social impact leaders. United with a vision for a more equitable world, this year’s prize winners are tackling timely, complex global challenges. They include an online hate and disinformation expert combatting shifting dynamics on social platforms, a James Beard-winning chef revitalizing Indigenous […]

With a growing trend towards conscious consumerism, many shoppers are looking for ways to make their holiday purchases more meaningful. This year, the Elevate Prize Foundation has put together our very own Holiday Gift Guide, with products from recipients of the Elevate Prize, which recognizes social impact leaders driving transformative change around the world. From […]

The Elevate Prize Foundation announced today the finalists of the fifth annual Elevate Prize, which recognizes social impact leaders driving transformative change around the world. Of these 20 finalists, 10 winners will ultimately be chosen to each receive $300,000 in unrestricted funding – split between $250,000 to the organization and $50,000 to the leader to invest in their own resilience and mental health. Additionally, as part of the two-year fellowship, the winners will receive tailored services to amplify their work, support their organizational objectives and enhance their storytelling abilities – all designed to deepen their impact and broaden their reach to Make Good Famous.

At this year’s Hillary Rodham Clinton Awards at Georgetown, two organizations were honored for their courageous work in building a peaceful resolution. For the first time in the event’s history, both groups received $25,000 in unrestricted funds as part of the Elevate Prize GET LOUD initiative, amplifying their efforts toward lasting peace.

Did you know that, in the U.S., only 10% of Deaf children learn ASL? And, worldwide, a staggering 98% of Deaf children do not receive an education in sign language? According to 2024 Elevate Prize winner, Melissa Malzkuhn, this lack of language access constitutes a human rights crisis. “Without language, Deaf people are dehumanized.” 

Brilliant Detroit, a 2023 Elevate Prize winner, is growing! Launching Brilliant Cities, they are bringing their model to Philadelphia, Cleveland, and Chicago by 2027. Brilliant Cities focuses on creating "kid success neighborhoods," providing crucial support for families with children ages 0-8.

Social impact work is a monumental task, often leading to burnout among leaders who tirelessly tackle global challenges. At the Elevate Prize Foundation, we're addressing this by promoting well-being and resilience through our Whole Leader initiative, ensuring that those driving change have the tools to sustain their vital work.

“No one leaves their home unless they have to.”  This was the powerful response of Estefania Rebellon, Elevate Prize GET LOUD winner, CNN Hero, Co-Founder & CEO of Yes We Can World Foundation—and refugee herself—when asked what her message to the world would be about refugees.  During our annual Make Good Famous Summit, we sat […]

What an incredible experience: announcing our March Elevate Prize GET LOUD Award winner on stage at The Drew Barrymore Show!  The only thing even more exciting? Keeping the whole thing a secret from the winner. Here’s how it all went down: As we do every month, we put out a  call for nominations on the […]

Let us be clear: global systemic change is what is most needed to stop climate change. But there are ways we can make an impact, whether it’s advocating for change, reducing our own consumption or continuing to learn about the climate crisis.  What better way to reflect, learn, and find inspiration than with one of […]

How can we remain hopeful and optimistic when we consider the scale of the challenge that faces our planet? We asked that very question to some of our Elevate Prize winners, particularly around what are their favorite mottos to keep going.   “Not all crazy ideas are great but all great ideas are crazy!” is […]

For Women’s History month in 2023, we asked our Elevate community to nominate incredible organizations working to end period poverty for our Elevate Prize GET LOUD Award. The result? We received 5,926 nominations on Instagram – at the time, our largest number of nominations! According to the World Bank, an estimated 500 million women lack […]