POWER THE FUTURE WITH SCIENCE

ABOUT THE IDEA TO IMPACT CAMPAIGN

Social media serves as a forum for activism and a powerful channel to learn how science lays out a concrete path toward change.

Partnering schools, youth-serving organizations, scientists, and influencers, we use social media for young people across the U.S. to share how they think science could be used to solve problems in their communities.

Let’s ensure that the voices of young people across America are heard!

The Idea to Impact Campaign will be launching this Fall 2025!

 

CAMPAIGN DETAILS

Idea to Impact is a Call to Action for youth aged 14–24 years to produce the most compelling video content that speaks to how science could be used to solve a problem in their community.

Submissions will be judged by criteria such as content, creativity, feasibility, logic, originality, and overall quality.

Scholarships and cash prizes will be awarded to 3 winners!

 

OFIS Campaign Winner Highlights

Make a difference by sharing your creative ideas that use STEM to fix a problem in your community.
Check out the videos of past winners from 2022 and 2023!

Topic: Plastic Pollution

Topic: Air Pollution

Topic: Water Accessibility

Topic: Water Quality

Topic: Water Contamination

Topic: Rainfall

Guidance on entering, posting and submitting your video entry

 1. Read the Entry Instructions

  • Read the Official Campaign Rules

  • Record one (1) 60-second to three-minute video on your mobile phone, computer, or tablet. Mobile phone-based videos are preferred. The video should be taken vertically with clear lighting.

  • Use the campaign framework detailed, but be creative! Feel free to add a dance, images, music, text overlays, or even tag-teaming with someone you know.

2. Create a video based on the Campaign Prompt

  • Use this prompt to guide the development of your video: How can science make a difference in your community?

  • Add a personalized caption and make sure to hashtag #ourfutureisscience and #OFIS; and tag @ourfutureisscience, as well as any others you’d like to include.

3. Post your awesome video and Complete the Entry Form

  • Optional: We’d like to repost your original video, so please "share," "stitch," and "duet" your video.

  • Post the video on TikTok or Instagram.

  • To formally submit your video for scholarship and cash prizes, complete the entry below or visit.


To inquire about sponsorship and partnership opportunities, please contact us.