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Empowering the next generation of creative talent to unlock innovative approaches to our global sustainability challenges. Swarovski Foundation Creatives for Our Future is a global education and grant programme designed in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships to identify and accelerate the next generation of creatives in sustainable development.
Applications for the next edition of the Creatives For Our Future programme will be open from the 9th of September 2026 00. 00am GMT until the 9th of November 2026 11:59pm GMT. The programme is open to creatives worldwide aged 21 to 30 at the time of application from areas such as fashion, design, art, architecture, and engineering.
Applicants should be working on a project or product that uses creativity to accelerate awareness, technology, or solutions to drive progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. Successful participants will receive financial support paired with an education programme, one-on-one mentorship, masterclasses, network connections, and industry event access.
The programme equips creatives with the education, tools, and relationships to make their groundbreaking ideas a reality. Learn more about the application guidelines We seek young sustainability trailblazers to drive progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
The impact vision for our Creatives for Our Future programme is to empower young, conscious creatives to make a sustainable difference through their innovative professional practices.
By supporting a select group of emerging change-makers across the world to push their work further, we provide them with the resources they need to take vital steps in their careers that advance their creative practices toward global sustainable development. Our timeline for the this year Below are key dates to keep in mind, click on any of them for more information.
The fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme will officially open for applications on 9th September 2026 via the programme's website ( https://creatives. swarovskifoundation. org/ ).
All necessary information, including application guidelines, can be found on the 'Application' page of the website. Cohort Selected and Notified Cohort Selected and Notified Successful applicants for the fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme will be selected by the Swarovski Foundation Selection Committee and notified by email in April 2027 (exact date to be confirmed).
You are required to respond within 4 days of receiving notification of being successful to keep your position. Grants Awarded / Mentors Paired / Masterclasses Begin Grants Awarded / Mentors Paired / Masterclasses Begin The fifth cycle of the Creatives for Our Future programme is set to officially commence in Fall 2027.
At the start of this exciting phase, each successful applicant will be awarded a €20,000 grant to support their creative projects. Additionally, they will be matched with a mentor who has experience in a similar creative industry, providing valuable guidance and support.
Furthermore, the programme will kick off with a series of online educational masterclasses designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their creative endeavors. The application deadline for the fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme is 9th November 2026 (11:59 PM BST). Submit your application through the programme's 'Application' page on the website before the deadline.
In-Person Announcement Trip & Event In-Person Announcement Trip & Event All successful applicants selected for the fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme will participate in the London trip (location TBC) and attend the announcement event in Fall 2027.
This event will serve as a significant milestone in the programme, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage with global leaders, network with fellow creatives, and showcase their work on an international stage. In September 2028, the cohort will conclude their participation in the Creatives For Our Future programme.
To mark the end of this transformative journey, they will take part in a virtual graduation event where they will present their completed projects to their peers and programme advocates, celebrating their achievements and the impact of their creative work. The fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme will officially open for applications on 9th September 2026 via the programme's website ( https://creatives.
swarovskifoundation. org/ ). All necessary information, including application guidelines, can be found on the 'Application' page of the website.
The application deadline for the fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme is 9th November 2026 (11:59 PM BST). Submit your application through the programme's 'Application' page on the website before the deadline.
Cohort Selected and Notified Cohort Selected and Notified Successful applicants for the fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme will be selected by the Swarovski Foundation Selection Committee and notified by email in April 2027 (exact date to be confirmed). You are required to respond within 4 days of receiving notification of being successful to keep your position.
In-Person Announcement Trip & Event In-Person Announcement Trip & Event All successful applicants selected for the fifth cycle of the Creatives For Our Future programme will participate in the London trip (location TBC) and attend the announcement event in Fall 2027.
This event will serve as a significant milestone in the programme, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage with global leaders, network with fellow creatives, and showcase their work on an international stage. Grants Awarded / Mentors Paired / Masterclasses Begin Grants Awarded / Mentors Paired / Masterclasses Begin The fifth cycle of the Creatives for Our Future programme is set to officially commence in Fall 2027.
At the start of this exciting phase, each successful applicant will be awarded a €20,000 grant to support their creative projects. Additionally, they will be matched with a mentor who has experience in a similar creative industry, providing valuable guidance and support.
Furthermore, the programme will kick off with a series of online educational masterclasses designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their creative endeavors. In September 2028, the cohort will conclude their participation in the Creatives For Our Future programme.
To mark the end of this transformative journey, they will take part in a virtual graduation event where they will present their completed projects to their peers and programme advocates, celebrating their achievements and the impact of their creative work.
Spotlight on the 2025 Swarovski Foundation Creatives For Our Future Graduates Creatives For Our Future: The Fifth Cycle Opens for Applications 2025 Creatives For Our Future Cohort Announced Eco-friendly housing solutions for refugee camps, textiles made from ocean waste by local fishermen and a device… Swarovski Foundation Launch 2025 Creatives For Our Future Programme The Swarovski Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, has opened applications… Celebrating Third Year Creatives For Our Future Graduates To mark World Creativity and Innovation Day, we are delighted to share the latest graduates of the Creatives For Our… Earth Day: Planet vs. Plastic For Earth Day we align with this global initiative to diversify, educate, and activate the environmental movement… Established in 2013, the Swarovski Foundation is inspired by a long history of philanthropy initiated by the company founder Daniel Swarovski who believed that “to achieve lasting change, you must think not only of yourself but also of others”.
The Swarovski Foundation's mission is to promote sustainable livelihoods through education to reduce inequality by supporting initiatives focusing on Equity, Creativity, and Water and through programmes: Creatives for Our Future and Waterschool.
Since its inception, the Swarovski Foundation has reached over 2 million people in 93 countries through 85 partnerships to drive progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals set out by the United Nations. Image: Turquoise Mountain
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Creatives aged 21–30 at time of application, from fields such as fashion, design, art, architecture, and engineering. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Applications for Swarovski Foundation Creatives For Our Future are due November 9, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Swarovski Foundation Creatives For Our Future is funded by Swarovski Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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