The Lifebility Award, the competition promoted by the Lions Club Italy, is back for its 2025 edition, giving young innovators the chance to present innovative and sustainable ideas to improve community services.
Now in its 15th edition, the initiative rewards projects that focus on social impact, sustainability, and digitalization. The award is organized by the Lifebility Association, a non-profit organization mainly composed of Lions Club members. Established in 2009 in Milan, the competition has expanded nationwide to raise awareness among young people about social issues and ethical innovation, encouraging solutions that enhance urban life.
"Over the years," said Enzo
Taranto, President of the Lifebility Association, "we have received
more than 1,400 projects from over 2,200 participants. Many of these young
innovators have successfully continued their journey, bringing their ideas to
life."
The rules of the competition
Eligible participants are:
- individuals aged 18 to 35, with Italian citizenship or residency;
- project teams, as long as the main applicant is within the 18-35 age range.
In order to be selected, the submitted proposals should feature:
- innovation and digitalization, including the use of artificial intelligence for social improvement;
- community impact, particularly addressing the needs of vulnerable groups;
- feasibility and sustainability, both economically and environmentally.
Once again this year, the Lifebility Award is offering several prizes in cash and services:
- 4 winners will receive a €5,000 grant each to develop their projects.
- 7 finalists will receive financial support of up to €2,500.
- All finalists will participate in an educational trip to Brussels, exploring European Union’s funding opportunities.
- Some
finalists will receive one year of mentorship from entrepreneurs
and industry experts.
How to apply
Participation is free and can be completed through the official website www.lifebilityaward.com under the "Join the Competition" section. To apply, candidates must submit the following documents via email to the dedicated address info@lifebilityaward.com by 4:00 PM on March 31, 2025:
- the project proposal form, available on the website;
- the CVs of all team members;
- the identification documents of all participants.
After the closing of applications, the competition will have four key dates:
- April 9, 2025: selection of up to 20 finalists.
- May 21, 2025: final presentations with mentor guidance.
- May 25, 2025: official announcement of winners in Turin, during the Lions MD 108 National Congress.
- June 18, 2025: award ceremony in Milan.
If you have an innovative idea that can make a difference, apply for the Lifebility Award 2025 and bring your project to life!
