“The Paradigm Challenge inspires a special kind of innovation. It’s not about building the fastest car or the coolest new toy, these kids are innovating for good. They are helping other kids, adults, and even our planet.”

Montana Marks

Kindness Officer, Project Paradigm

THE FIRST PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE FIRST PARADIGM CHALLENGE

“Making the world a safer place is something everybody can be involved in, it’s something everybody should be involved in.”

Grand Prize Winners Emma & Scott: The Fire Mitt, Fire Suppression Device

Watch The Story About The First Paradigm Challenge

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

winning

WINNING ENTRY

Emma and Scott present the inspiration for their winning idea at The Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony.

BEYOND THE PRIZE

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Project Paradigm paid a leading patent law firm to assist Emma and Scott in the preparation and filing of a patent application.

AGES
7-10

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 1

“That’s why we’re here on this Earth, to help each other. That’s what kindness is all about.”

Jacob, Joey, and Julia: Fire Agents, Fire Safety Video

First Place Winners, Division 1

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

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SECOND PLACE

Ishani and Natasha: Ice It! Educational Program and App

3rd

THIRD PLACE

Mark, Gary, and Barbara: The BellBird, Cooking Pot Fire Prevention Lid

AGES
11-14

DIVISION 2

DIVISION 2

“I love being an innovator because it can lead to many things. It can lead to another country, another new place to explore.”

Shubhanshi, Hitanshi, Tulsi, and Om

DeTech, Fire Detection Device First Place Winners, Division 2

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

2nd

SECOND PLACE

Pranshu: iMask, Smoke Inhalation Prevention Device

3rd

THIRD PLACE

Morgan: The Smoke Stop, Smoke Inhalation Reduction Device

AGES
15-18

DIVISION 3

DIVISION 3

"I wish I could tell every kid that they have the ability to enter the competition, that they are creative enough and motivated enough, all around the world, to make a difference."

Emma and Scott: The Fire Mitt, Fire Suppression Device

First Place Winners, Division 3

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

3rd

SECOND PLACE

Kyle: The Dryer Lint Reminder, Safety Device

3rd

THIRD PLACE

Dylan, Devon, Jonni, and Angel: Angel’s Rescue, Fire Safety Rescue Product

THE SECOND PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE SECOND PARADIGM CHALLENGE

“Guess what, I presented my idea on Shark Tank and billionaire investor Mark Cuban invested in my company: NOHBO.”

Grand Prize Winner Benjamin: NOHBO Shampoo Balls

Watch The Story About The Second Paradigm Challenge

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

winners

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Benjamin’s award-winning idea.

prize

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Benjamin launched a new NOHBO product line.

AGES
4-8

DIVISION 1

teachers

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

teachers

“Us kids can really solve any problems we want. All it takes is some imagination and creativity and we have that in us. We just need to be given a chance.”

Kedar: Pollinator Pet, Educational App

First Place Winner, Division 1 div1

“We used kindness, creativity, and collaboration to make a difference in the world. And guess what? We won First Place in the Paradigm Challenge and a fun trip to LA.”

Catherine and Paige: Sophia Saves The World, Children’s Educational Book

First Place Winners, Division 2

“We all come from very diverse backgrounds and we all have incredible products and projects. I’m excited.”

Benjamin: NOHBO Shampoo Balls

First Place Winners, Division 3

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d2

SECOND PLACE

Marley, Abril, Olyvya, and Carie: Litterless Lunch, Educational Video

3rd

THIRD PLACE

Nathan and Serena: Game Eco, educational game.

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

tie

FIRST PLACE TIE

Sofia: Algorithm to Improve Wind Power

d2

THIRD PLACE

Allie: Eco Build A Home Challenge, Public Awareness Project

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

1st

FIRST PLACE TIE

Noah, Teresina, Max, and Nora: Urban Composter

d3

THIRD PLACE

Ashton, Luke, and Natalie: Styro Filter, Water Filtration Material

AGES
9-13

DIVISION 1

teachers

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

teachers

“Us kids can really solve any problems we want. All it takes is some imagination and creativity and we have that in us. We just need to be given a chance.”

Kedar: Pollinator Pet, Educational App

First Place Winner, Division 1 div1

“We used kindness, creativity, and collaboration to make a difference in the world. And guess what? We won First Place in the Paradigm Challenge and a fun trip to LA.”

Catherine and Paige: Sophia Saves The World, Children’s Educational Book

First Place Winners, Division 2

“We all come from very diverse backgrounds and we all have incredible products and projects. I’m excited.”

Benjamin: NOHBO Shampoo Balls

First Place Winners, Division 3

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d2

SECOND PLACE

Marley, Abril, Olyvya, and Carie: Litterless Lunch, Educational Video

3rd

THIRD PLACE

Nathan and Serena: Game Eco, educational game.

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

tie

FIRST PLACE TIE

Sofia: Algorithm to Improve Wind Power

d2

THIRD PLACE

Allie: Eco Build A Home Challenge, Public Awareness Project

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

1st

FIRST PLACE TIE

Noah, Teresina, Max, and Nora: Urban Composter

d3

THIRD PLACE

Ashton, Luke, and Natalie: Styro Filter, Water Filtration Material

AGES
14-18

DIVISION 1

teachers

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

teachers

“Us kids can really solve any problems we want. All it takes is some imagination and creativity and we have that in us. We just need to be given a chance.”

Kedar: Pollinator Pet, Educational App

First Place Winner, Division 1 div1

“We used kindness, creativity, and collaboration to make a difference in the world. And guess what? We won First Place in the Paradigm Challenge and a fun trip to LA.”

Catherine and Paige: Sophia Saves The World, Children’s Educational Book

First Place Winners, Division 2

“We all come from very diverse backgrounds and we all have incredible products and projects. I’m excited.”

Benjamin: NOHBO Shampoo Balls

First Place Winners, Division 3

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d2

SECOND PLACE

Marley, Abril, Olyvya, and Carie: Litterless Lunch, Educational Video

3rd

THIRD PLACE

Nathan and Serena: Game Eco, educational game.

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

tie

FIRST PLACE TIE

Sofia: Algorithm to Improve Wind Power

d2

THIRD PLACE

Allie: Eco Build A Home Challenge, Public Awareness Project

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

1st

FIRST PLACE TIE

Noah, Teresina, Max, and Nora: Urban Composter

d3

THIRD PLACE

Ashton, Luke, and Natalie: Styro Filter, Water Filtration Material

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d3

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

“I believe that each and every one of us has the right to know our water quality and Tethys can help all citizens with that.”

Grand Prize Winner Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

Watch The Story About The Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“Kids have a desire to innovate for good. We like to use our kindness and creativity to help others.”

Prince: Sneeze Pods - A New Tissue Design

First Place Winner, Division 1

“My solution addresses the core issue of speedy detection of lead contamination allowing preventative action and even saving lives using the latest development in nanotechnology. It’s easy to use, fast, accurate, and portable.”

Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

First Place Winner, Division 2

“We took time to understand the problem and sympathized with others who were impacted. Based on those insights we created our idea.”

Diop, Ama, and Amira: Put Some Respect On My Plate - Healthy Eating Initiative

First Place Winners, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

win

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Gitanjali’s award winning idea.

prize

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Project Paradigm paid a leading patent law firm to assist Gitanjali in the preparation and filing of a patent application.

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d1

SECOND PLACE

Ryan’s Recycling: Recycling Campaign Partnership

d2

THIRD PLACE

Penelope, Ivy, Gabriel, and Josephine: Turtle Jacket, Clothing That Turns Into Shelter

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

1st

FIRST PLACE TIE

Allie: Blow-Dart Spirometer, Lung Therapy Device

d3

THIRD PLACE

Elizabeth, Jun, Ami, and David: Dyslexia Self-Help Book

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Justin, Noah, Max, Maddie, Wesley, Grace, Nico, Nikhil, Pranav, Amit, Eliot, Megan, and Isa: Stria, Device To Assist Visually Impaired

d3

THIRD PLACE

Emily and Emma: A Big Fat Lie, public service announcement.

AGES
4-8

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d3

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

“I believe that each and every one of us has the right to know our water quality and Tethys can help all citizens with that.”

Grand Prize Winner Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

Watch The Story About The Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“Kids have a desire to innovate for good. We like to use our kindness and creativity to help others.”

Prince: Sneeze Pods - A New Tissue Design

First Place Winner, Division 1

“My solution addresses the core issue of speedy detection of lead contamination allowing preventative action and even saving lives using the latest development in nanotechnology. It’s easy to use, fast, accurate, and portable.”

Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

First Place Winner, Division 2

“We took time to understand the problem and sympathized with others who were impacted. Based on those insights we created our idea.”

Diop, Ama, and Amira: Put Some Respect On My Plate - Healthy Eating Initiative

First Place Winners, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

win

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Gitanjali’s award winning idea.

prize

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Project Paradigm paid a leading patent law firm to assist Gitanjali in the preparation and filing of a patent application.

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d1

SECOND PLACE

Ryan’s Recycling: Recycling Campaign Partnership

d2

THIRD PLACE

Penelope, Ivy, Gabriel, and Josephine: Turtle Jacket, Clothing That Turns Into Shelter

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

1st

FIRST PLACE TIE

Allie: Blow-Dart Spirometer, Lung Therapy Device

d3

THIRD PLACE

Elizabeth, Jun, Ami, and David: Dyslexia Self-Help Book

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Justin, Noah, Max, Maddie, Wesley, Grace, Nico, Nikhil, Pranav, Amit, Eliot, Megan, and Isa: Stria, Device To Assist Visually Impaired

d3

THIRD PLACE

Emily and Emma: A Big Fat Lie, public service announcement.

AGES
9-13

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d3

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

“I believe that each and every one of us has the right to know our water quality and Tethys can help all citizens with that.”

Grand Prize Winner Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

Watch The Story About The Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“Kids have a desire to innovate for good. We like to use our kindness and creativity to help others.”

Prince: Sneeze Pods - A New Tissue Design

First Place Winner, Division 1

“My solution addresses the core issue of speedy detection of lead contamination allowing preventative action and even saving lives using the latest development in nanotechnology. It’s easy to use, fast, accurate, and portable.”

Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

First Place Winner, Division 2

“We took time to understand the problem and sympathized with others who were impacted. Based on those insights we created our idea.”

Diop, Ama, and Amira: Put Some Respect On My Plate - Healthy Eating Initiative

First Place Winners, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

win

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Gitanjali’s award winning idea.

prize

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Project Paradigm paid a leading patent law firm to assist Gitanjali in the preparation and filing of a patent application.

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d1

SECOND PLACE

Ryan’s Recycling: Recycling Campaign Partnership

d2

THIRD PLACE

Penelope, Ivy, Gabriel, and Josephine: Turtle Jacket, Clothing That Turns Into Shelter

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

1st

FIRST PLACE TIE

Allie: Blow-Dart Spirometer, Lung Therapy Device

d3

THIRD PLACE

Elizabeth, Jun, Ami, and David: Dyslexia Self-Help Book

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Justin, Noah, Max, Maddie, Wesley, Grace, Nico, Nikhil, Pranav, Amit, Eliot, Megan, and Isa: Stria, Device To Assist Visually Impaired

d3

THIRD PLACE

Emily and Emma: A Big Fat Lie, public service announcement.

AGES
14-18

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d3

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE THIRD PARADIGM CHALLENGE

“I believe that each and every one of us has the right to know our water quality and Tethys can help all citizens with that.”

Grand Prize Winner Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

Watch The Story About The Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“Kids have a desire to innovate for good. We like to use our kindness and creativity to help others.”

Prince: Sneeze Pods - A New Tissue Design

First Place Winner, Division 1

“My solution addresses the core issue of speedy detection of lead contamination allowing preventative action and even saving lives using the latest development in nanotechnology. It’s easy to use, fast, accurate, and portable.”

Gitanjali: Tethys - Lead Contamination Detector

First Place Winner, Division 2

“We took time to understand the problem and sympathized with others who were impacted. Based on those insights we created our idea.”

Diop, Ama, and Amira: Put Some Respect On My Plate - Healthy Eating Initiative

First Place Winners, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

win

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Gitanjali’s award winning idea.

prize

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Project Paradigm paid a leading patent law firm to assist Gitanjali in the preparation and filing of a patent application.

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d1

SECOND PLACE

Ryan’s Recycling: Recycling Campaign Partnership

d2

THIRD PLACE

Penelope, Ivy, Gabriel, and Josephine: Turtle Jacket, Clothing That Turns Into Shelter

MEET THE FIRST AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

1st

FIRST PLACE TIE

Allie: Blow-Dart Spirometer, Lung Therapy Device

d3

THIRD PLACE

Elizabeth, Jun, Ami, and David: Dyslexia Self-Help Book

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Justin, Noah, Max, Maddie, Wesley, Grace, Nico, Nikhil, Pranav, Amit, Eliot, Megan, and Isa: Stria, Device To Assist Visually Impaired

d3

THIRD PLACE

Emily and Emma: A Big Fat Lie, public service announcement.

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

DIVISION 1

d1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d4

“Kindness is using your power to uplift others.”

Grand Prize Winner Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

Watch the Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“We hope The Paradigm Challenge inspires you. Don’t ask what the Earth can do for you, but what you can do for the Earth.”

Addie and Sabina: One Toy at a Time - Toy Libraries

First Place Winners, Division 1

“It’s important for our generation to learn how to use STEM in innovative new ways and to collaborate with kindness in mind.”

Sarah, Maria, Shraya, Eric, and Kausthubh: Vest Buddies - Wearable Communication Device

First Place Winners, Division 2

“I wanted there to be a way for survivors to connect to resources that would help them.”

Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

First Place Winner, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

d4

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Sofia’s award winning idea.

d4

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Sofia’s Grand Prize-winning app is available in leading mobile app stores..

MEET THE SECOND AND FOURTH PLACE WINNERS

d4

SECOND PLACE

Cora and Paisley: Smelly Feely Cards for the Blind

d4

fourth PLACE

Eastern Elementary, Kentucky: Mindfulness Calms the Storm

MEET THE FIRST AND fourth PLACE WINNERS

d2

SECOND PLACE

Andrew, Landon, and Keira: Saviors of Lake Michigan - Children’s Book

d3

THIRD PLACE

Leila and Lana: Fire Safety Preparedness Bear

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Jonathan: Aller-Free - Food Allergy App

4d3

Third PLACE

Jessica: SmartSwimmer - Drowning Detection Device

AGES
4-8

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

DIVISION 1

d1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d4

“Kindness is using your power to uplift others.”

Grand Prize Winner Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

Watch the Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“We hope The Paradigm Challenge inspires you. Don’t ask what the Earth can do for you, but what you can do for the Earth.”

Addie and Sabina: One Toy at a Time - Toy Libraries

First Place Winners, Division 1

“It’s important for our generation to learn how to use STEM in innovative new ways and to collaborate with kindness in mind.”

Sarah, Maria, Shraya, Eric, and Kausthubh: Vest Buddies - Wearable Communication Device

First Place Winners, Division 2

“I wanted there to be a way for survivors to connect to resources that would help them.”

Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

First Place Winner, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

d4

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Sofia’s award winning idea.

d4

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Sofia’s Grand Prize-winning app is available in leading mobile app stores..

MEET THE SECOND AND FOURTH PLACE WINNERS

d4

SECOND PLACE

Cora and Paisley: Smelly Feely Cards for the Blind

d4

fourth PLACE

Eastern Elementary, Kentucky: Mindfulness Calms the Storm

MEET THE FIRST AND fourth PLACE WINNERS

d2

SECOND PLACE

Andrew, Landon, and Keira: Saviors of Lake Michigan - Children’s Book

d3

THIRD PLACE

Leila and Lana: Fire Safety Preparedness Bear

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Jonathan: Aller-Free - Food Allergy App

4d3

Third PLACE

Jessica: SmartSwimmer - Drowning Detection Device

AGES
9-13

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

DIVISION 1

d1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d4

“Kindness is using your power to uplift others.”

Grand Prize Winner Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

Watch the Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“We hope The Paradigm Challenge inspires you. Don’t ask what the Earth can do for you, but what you can do for the Earth.”

Addie and Sabina: One Toy at a Time - Toy Libraries

First Place Winners, Division 1

“It’s important for our generation to learn how to use STEM in innovative new ways and to collaborate with kindness in mind.”

Sarah, Maria, Shraya, Eric, and Kausthubh: Vest Buddies - Wearable Communication Device

First Place Winners, Division 2

“I wanted there to be a way for survivors to connect to resources that would help them.”

Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

First Place Winner, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

d4

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Sofia’s award winning idea.

d4

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Sofia’s Grand Prize-winning app is available in leading mobile app stores..

MEET THE SECOND AND FOURTH PLACE WINNERS

d4

SECOND PLACE

Cora and Paisley: Smelly Feely Cards for the Blind

d4

fourth PLACE

Eastern Elementary, Kentucky: Mindfulness Calms the Storm

MEET THE FIRST AND fourth PLACE WINNERS

d2

SECOND PLACE

Andrew, Landon, and Keira: Saviors of Lake Michigan - Children’s Book

d3

THIRD PLACE

Leila and Lana: Fire Safety Preparedness Bear

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Jonathan: Aller-Free - Food Allergy App

4d3

Third PLACE

Jessica: SmartSwimmer - Drowning Detection Device

AGES
14-18

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

THE FOURTH PARADIGM CHALLENGE

DIVISION 1

d1

DIVISION 2

d2

DIVISION 3

d4

“Kindness is using your power to uplift others.”

Grand Prize Winner Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

Watch the Paradigm Challenge Prize Ceremony

“We hope The Paradigm Challenge inspires you. Don’t ask what the Earth can do for you, but what you can do for the Earth.”

Addie and Sabina: One Toy at a Time - Toy Libraries

First Place Winners, Division 1

“It’s important for our generation to learn how to use STEM in innovative new ways and to collaborate with kindness in mind.”

Sarah, Maria, Shraya, Eric, and Kausthubh: Vest Buddies - Wearable Communication Device

First Place Winners, Division 2

“I wanted there to be a way for survivors to connect to resources that would help them.”

Sofia: ReDawn - Mobile App to Help Survivors of Assault

First Place Winner, Division 3

TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

d4

WINNING ENTRY

Hear more about Sofia’s award winning idea.

d4

BEYOND THE PRIZE

Sofia’s Grand Prize-winning app is available in leading mobile app stores..

MEET THE SECOND AND FOURTH PLACE WINNERS

d4

SECOND PLACE

Cora and Paisley: Smelly Feely Cards for the Blind

d4

fourth PLACE

Eastern Elementary, Kentucky: Mindfulness Calms the Storm

MEET THE FIRST AND fourth PLACE WINNERS

d2

SECOND PLACE

Andrew, Landon, and Keira: Saviors of Lake Michigan - Children’s Book

d3

THIRD PLACE

Leila and Lana: Fire Safety Preparedness Bear

MEET THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS

d3

SECOND PLACE

Jonathan: Aller-Free - Food Allergy App

4d3

Third PLACE

Jessica: SmartSwimmer - Drowning Detection Device