Russia's 1B-ruble contest backs parents tackling at-risk adolescence challenges
Russia's Knowledge Society has kicked off the third season of its national contest for parent-led initiatives. The competition, backed by the Ministry of Education, aims to support projects that strengthen children's development in key areas. This year's edition introduces a new focus on helping at-risk adolescents build resilience and social skills.
The contest was first announced in September 2024 during the inaugural meeting of the All-Russian Parents' Committee. A budget of 1 billion rubles was allocated from the reserve fund to bring the initiative to life. Over the first two seasons, organisers received more than 15,000 applications, with 1,215 projects declared winners—including 43 from parents in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast.
This season, special attention is given to teenagers facing difficult circumstances. A dedicated track has been added for projects that foster psychological resilience and constructive social skills, grounded in traditional Russian spiritual and moral values. Bonus points will be awarded to initiatives working with at-risk youth.
The competition covers a range of themes, from civic and patriotic education to physical fitness, ecological awareness, and scientific exploration. Projects must align with one of these areas to qualify. The prize fund varies from 200,000 to 2 million rubles, with winners required to complete their initiatives and submit reports by December 2026.
Applications are now open and will be accepted until May 15, 2026. Entries must be submitted through the Znanie.Roditeli website, using the government's Electronic Budget system. Sergei Kravtsov, Russia's Minister of Education, has highlighted the contest's role in uniting parents and creating safer learning environments for children.
The third season of the contest builds on its previous success, offering expanded support for projects that address the needs of vulnerable adolescents. With a clear deadline for submissions and a structured prize system, the initiative continues to encourage parental involvement in children's upbringing and education. Winners will have until the end of 2026 to implement their projects and provide progress updates.
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