Leading St. Louis Scholarship 2026

Opportunity overview

The Leading St. Louis Scholarship will fund six young leaders from the St. Louis metropolitan area to attend the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town.

Eligibility

• Applicants must live and make an impact in the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Candidates must be United States citizens, proficient in English, hold a valid passport, and normally be aged 18-30.
• Applicants should demonstrate leadership, measurable community impact, cross-cultural collaboration, clear motivation, and strong communication.

What is covered

• One Young World Summit access.
• Travel to and from Cape Town.
• Accommodation from November 2-6, 2026.
• Meals and transportation between the accommodation and Summit venue.

Application guidance

Use concrete examples from your work in St. Louis, including the challenge addressed, people mobilized, measurable outcomes, and your plan to bring Summit learning back to the community.