2024 Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise in Design

The Vilcek Foundation will award three Vilcek Prizes for Creative Promise of $50,000 each to young, immigrant designers who demonstrate outstanding early achievement in design.

Who Should Apply

• You were born outside the United States to non-American parents
• You are not more than 38 years old
• You have 5 years of professional experience in design and possess a strong track record of creative and high-caliber work

Why Should You Apply

• Unrestricted cash prize of $50,000 is awarded to each prizewinner
• Reflect on how your experience as an immigrant has shaped your success
• Receive an invaluable endorsement from leaders in your field
• Receive a comprehensive public relations campaign to promote you and your work

Eligible Categories

• Digital design: experience design, game design, information design/data visualization, interaction design, software design, systems design, etc.
• Graphic design: branding, communication design, identity, packaging design, etc.
• Product design: furniture design, industrial design, lighting design, materials design, transportation design, etc.
• Social design: ecological design, equitable design, inclusive design, service design, sustainable design, etc.