Generation Regen Challenge – Presented by BMO
- Organization: One Young World, in partnership with Bank of Montreal (BMO)
- Type: Grant
- Location: North America - Canada, United States
- Deadline: February 23, 2026
- Age: 18-35
- Funding: Fully Funded
The Generation Regen Challenge aims to accelerate the development and adoption of regenerative and sustainable agriculture across Canada and the U.S.. By funding innovative social enterprises and non-profits, the challenge supports solutions that restore ecosystems, sequester carbon, and rebuild resilient local food systems. The Challenge aims to help innovators lead a global transition toward agriculture that nourishes the land while feeding its people equitably and sustainably. Grant + Scholarship Program - Two winners: $60,000 each. - Four finalists: $20,000 each. - All winners/finalists receive scholarships to attend One Young World Summit 2026 (flights + accommodation included) Focus Areas: - Local farming resilience - Soil health and carbon sequestration - Animal welfare - Biodiversity restoration - Water stewardship - Crop rotation and diversity - Indigenous and cultural food practices - Food security systems for underserved communities
