Courses, olympiads, scholarships, camps, medical help and state payments — in Ukraine and abroad. Every programme is checked by hand.
Picked from those that are free, still open for applications and fit a wide age range.
Green Country English school invites children aged 6–18 to a special day in Kyiv. Children can visit stations with engaging activities and try different roles, while parents attend interactive lectures about the learning process. The event takes place at 2 Knyaziv Ostrozkykh Street (Osvitoriya).
Details ↗A series of free training sessions for youth aged 16–20 and students in grades 9–11 in Kyiv. The program covers teamwork, personal development strategies, media literacy, public speaking, networking, and certificates. Held at America House Kyiv. Registration closes September 5, 2026.
Details ↗A camp for exploring nature, creativity, and yourself. The program includes creative practices, hikes along scenic routes, storytelling, songs, and mentor support. Free of charge, with accommodation, three meals a day, transfer from Mukachevo, and psychological support.
Details ↗Green Country English school invites children aged 6–18 to a special day in Kyiv. Children can visit stations with engaging activities and try different roles, while parents attend interactive lectures about the learning process. The event takes place at 2 Knyaziv Ostrozkykh Street (Osvitoriya).
Details ↗Design courses for ages 10–16 (fashion design, interior design, graphic design) with portfolio development, field classes at art studios and design agencies. Applications are open for autumn 2026 intake.
Details ↗A festival for young people from across Ukraine. On September 5 in Lviv, over 3,000 young people will gather. The program includes talks on career, AI, mental health, volunteering, live podcast recordings, a marketplace of NGOs, and networking. Theme: "Roots." Free admission with prior registration.
Details ↗A camp for exploring nature, creativity, and yourself. The program includes creative practices, hikes along scenic routes, storytelling, songs, and mentor support. Free of charge, with accommodation, three meals a day, transfer from Mukachevo, and psychological support.
Details ↗Нетворкінг-захід у КолоHub з грою, обговоренням есе Леонарда Ріда «Я, Олівець» та дебатами про координацію без центрального плану. Включає п'ятихвилинне відео, дискусію та вільне спілкування. Безкоштовно, місця обмежені.
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A series of free training sessions for youth aged 16–20 and students in grades 9–11 in Kyiv. The program covers teamwork, personal development strategies, media literacy, public speaking, networking, and certificates. Held at America House Kyiv. Registration closes September 5, 2026.
Details ↗Youth forum in Lviv with over 3,000 participants from Ukraine. Includes discussions on careers, AI, mental health, volunteering, youth policy, veteran initiatives, career guidance, career consultations, and networking. Free admission with prior registration.
Details ↗International educational programme for Ukrainian and German teenagers in Berlin. 8 days of interactive workshops, discussions, creative activities and meetings with experts on politics, media, technology, culture, education and sports. Development of communication and intercultural understanding in an international team.
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A learning event by alumni of the UkrayinaMrii project about building and developing communities. Participants will learn how to engage people, distribute roles, and foster collaboration. For active young people aged 16–25, NGO representatives, and youth initiative leaders. Free participation with travel, meals, and accommodation provided.
Details ↗A youth exchange in Wiesbaden, Germany, where 60 young people from across Europe will learn circus skills (juggling, acrobatics, acroyoga), develop communication abilities, and create a final joint performance. Participants will live in an international camp setting with a focus on teamwork and creative activities.
Details ↗WonderStage is recruiting children and teenagers for English-language theatre groups in Kyiv to participate in National Theatre Connections 2027. Three age groups: 6–8 years old (English A2+), 9–12 years old (English B2+), 13–19 years old (English B2+/C1–C2, prior theatre experience required). Classes at Kyiv Children's School of the Arts No. 2. Applications accepted until 15 September 2026.
Details ↗A nationwide running competition for children and adults of all ages. Free registration.
Details ↗Free olympiad in Ukrainian language for grades 1–11. Other subjects cost UAH 20–50 per entry. Official diplomas awarded.
Details ↗A nationwide challenge for schoolchildren, teachers and parents focused on bicycle safety during European Mobility Week. Registration is open for students from all of Ukraine and secondary schools across the country.
Details ↗A competition dedicated to Ukraine's Independence Day, organized by the National Centre for Ecology and Natural History (NENC) for school students. Participants submit photos, videos, and blog posts on patriotic themes. All submissions are done remotely.
Details ↗All-Ukraine competitions for schoolchildren in grades 1-11. School teams compete for district, city, and national championships.
Details ↗Ukraine's official youth basketball league. Competitions for teams aged 10–17 across all regions.
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An extracurricular science club in programming and information systems for students across Lviv Region, leading to research projects. Classes start September 15, 2026 (2026–2027 academic year). Registration is open online.
Details ↗Національний бізнес-інкубатор для школярів 13–17 років і студентів 18–25 років. Програма включає 3 місяці навчання, 10 практичних модулів, роботу з менторами, офлайн-буткемпи в різних містах України, фінальний Grand Demo Day у січні 2027. 40 команд-переможців отримають фінансування до 500 000 грн для школярів. Реєстрація до 18 вересня 2026.
Details ↗A three-month national business incubator for secondary school students aged 13–17 and young people up to 25. Participants receive training, work in teams on their own business idea, and pitch to experts. Prize fund: UAH 11,075,000 for 40 winning teams. Free to participate. The programme includes a national online track and an advanced track (online or in-person bootcamps in 11 cities: Kyiv, Dnipro, Lviv, Kharkiv, Odesa, Uzhhorod, Lutsk, Rivne, Poltava, Ternopil, Kryvyi Rih). Open to students without a ready-made project. Applications close 18 September 2026.
Details ↗Youthquake, a national business incubator for young people, offers the chance to develop your own idea, create a business plan or working prototype, and compete for funding. Six tracks to choose from: Digital Products, STEAM, GreenTech, AgroTech and more. Participants get 10 educational modules, mentoring support, an offline/virtual bootcamp and over UAH 11 million in funding for 40 teams. Final competition with prize fund of up to UAH 1.5 million.
Details ↗An art exhibition and literary evening for young artists and writers aged 14–35, dedicated to International Peace Day. The organizers ensure accessibility for people with disabilities. Free admission.
Details ↗International competition for Korean sijo poetry in English. Free to enter. Deadline: September 30, 2026.
Details ↗All-Ukraine startup festival at KPI. Section for school students with STEM projects. Grants, mentorship, and investor connections.
Details ↗Free exchange program by the U.S. State Department. A school year studying at an American high school for students in grades 8–10. Host families provide accommodation. All expenses covered.
Details ↗A program by the President's Foundation of Ukraine for teams (one teacher and 2 students in grades 9–11) who want to develop a STEM project at their school. The program includes 5-day in-person training, mentorship, team building, and grants up to UAH 25,000 to implement the project.
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UAH 25,000/month for winners of international school olympiads, UAH 10,000 for participants. Awarded by the Presidential Fund in the first year after graduation.
Details ↗Ukraine's largest film festival for children and teens, Children Kinofest, together with UNICEF, invites children to create their own feature, animation or documentary film (up to 8 minutes) about childhood and teenage experiences.
Details ↗A global award for young people aged 9–25 for social action and leadership. Non-monetary: recognition, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Nominations for the 2027 cycle open until 31 October 2026.
Details ↗International Ukrainian language competition for secondary school students. Winners receive Presidential scholarships.
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