The LupoLeo Award recognises commitment that strengthens and makes visible the mental health of children and young people . Specific, impact-oriented approaches are recognised.
Applications are open to non-profit projects focussing on children and young people that regularly implement programmes for at least 12 months and are able to systematically record their impact.
Mental health in children and young people is crucial for social participation and development. The award makes effective projects visible, strengthens their financial basis and shows how commitment has a concrete impact. The prize is awarded every two years.
Source: united-kids-foundations.de/lupoleo-award/lupoleo-award-2026
Application deadline is 16 February 2026.
Summary
| Name of the award | LupoLeo Award 2026 |
| District | Federal |
| Awarded by | United Kids Foundations |
| Field of commitment | Social and welfare, health |
| Topic | Volunteering and mental health |
| Target group | Projects |
| Type of nomination | self-application |
| Prize money | €130,000 total funding |
| Application deadline | application until 16.02.2026 |