2026 DI Scholarship Application

Thank you for your interest in Destination Imagination scholarships!

This application covers the DI Graduate of the Year Award, the Founders Award, and the DI Scholar Award—each recognizing students who demonstrate creativity, collaboration, leadership, and impact through the Challenge Experience.

Before you begin, please review the requirements and gather any materials you’ll need to upload, including your bio, letter of recommendation, and creative response.

We’re excited to learn more about your journey and the impact you’ve made through Destination Imagination!

Applications close April 14, 2026, at 5 p.m. ET.

Legal Name*

First NameLast Name

Preferred Name (if different from legal name)

First NameLast Name

Age*

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Country CodeArea CodePhone Number

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Parent/Guardian Name

Required if the applicant is under the age of 18.

Parent/Guardian Phone

Please enter a valid phone number. Required if the applicant is under the age of 18.

How were you involved in the 2025-26 Challenge season (team member, volunteer, Appraiser, etc.)*

College/University/Trade School for the 2026 School Year

Letter of Recommendation*

Letters of recommendation can also be sent directly to scholarships@dihq.org.

Creative Response*

Create a creative response in any medium that answers the following questions: 1)How has DI affected your life? 2) Why is it important to get others involved in DI? 3) How do you represent the spirit of volunteerism and your impact within Destination Imagination? NOTE: If you are submitting a video it should be no more than 3 minutes long and to be expressive and be creative.

500 word (or less) biography*

This bio will be used in promotional materials if you are chosen as the recipient of a scholarship.

Photo*

Please upload a recent photo of yourself. This photo will be used in promotional materials if you are chosen as the recipient of a scholarship.

By submitting this application, I acknowledge and agree to the following: 1.) I have reviewed the requirements for Destination Imagination scholarships and confirm that I meet the eligibility criteria.; 2) I grant Destination Imagination, Inc. permission to use my name, image, written responses, and creative submission materials—whether or not I am selected as a recipient—on its websites, social media channels, and marketing materials.; 3) If I am under the age of 18, I confirm that I have permission from a parent or guardian to submit this application.*

I agree.