Applications are now closed. Congratulations to everyone that is taking action to create a better school, community, and world, we're looking forward to seeing all of your amazing ideas and initiatives! If you're curious about the ideas and initiatives that were submitted, check out the buttons in the upper right corner. We'll be announcing winners right here in March but look out for posts and emails from us in the meantime.
Information and Support for Students and Educators
Live Drop-in Coaching
Sessions are now available! Educators can ask questions or get support on a whole-class application and students can get help on their applications, ask about the Challenge, or get advice on their projects more generally! Our first 3 sessions are listed below but be sure to check back for more dates throughout the Challenge:
- Tuesday, December 10, 7:00-8:30pm ET/4:00pm-5:30pm PT – Join
- Thursday, January 9, 2025, 7:00-8:30pm ET/4:00-5:30pm PT – Join
Reviewers to the Rescue
Want some extra help at the last minute? Come to a session on the deadline for consideration for the Get Started Prize on November 13th, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET and on the day of the Final Deadline, January 30th at 11:59 PM ET, to speak to Ashoka staff:
- Wednesday, November 13th from 6:00pm – 9:00pm ET– Join
- Thursday, January 30th from 6:00pm – 9:00pm ET – Join
Book a Session
If you are an educator who would like to book an info or support session for your class or club, request one here by sending us an email.
Have questions not answered on the FAQ or Resource pages? You have options!
- Email us at [email protected]
- First Book educators can text CHANGE to 89304 for updates about the Time for Change Youth Challenge and additional changemaking resources.
- Youth participants (13 and older) can text CHANGEMAKER to (571)622-1066 for application reminders and support. They can also text or send a voice note to that same number if they have a question or want some advice!
- To receive updates on the Challenge or to get more information about becoming a First Book member, sign up here.