Samsung Solve for Tomorrow
National student competition awarding classroom STEM technology to schools that design solutions to community challenges.
About This Grant
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is an annual competition for US public school students in grades 6-12. Teams of students identify a community challenge and design a STEM-based solution. Top schools win Samsung technology including tablets, TVs, and other devices. State and national winners receive larger technology packages and recognition.
New York public schools are eligible and have competed successfully in previous cycles. The competition format is accessible - students do not need advanced coding skills to enter, but projects that involve physical computing, sensors, and working prototypes score strongly.
View Samsung Solve for TomorrowEligibility
- US public school teachers in grades 6-12
- Students must build a solution to a real community challenge using STEM
- Any subject area teacher can enter - not limited to CS or science
- Open to all 50 states including New York
Prize Types
- State finalist: Samsung technology package ($20,000 value)
- State winner: Larger Samsung technology package
- National finalist: Significant technology prize ($100,000+ value)
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — Physical computing for student solution prototypes. Projects that include a working hardware prototype using micro:bit are highly competitive in Solve for Tomorrow.
- CHARGE Climate Sensor Kit — Environmental monitoring for community challenge projects. Climate, air quality, and water monitoring projects are strong Solve for Tomorrow themes.
- Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding for community problem-solving. The 'Coding for Good' framing directly aligns to the Solve for Tomorrow competition format.
- Smart Hydroponics Kit — Food systems and sustainability solutions. Urban agriculture, food access, and sustainability are recurring winning themes in Solve for Tomorrow.
Keep in Mind
Solve for Tomorrow awards technology prizes to winning teams. You must enter and win to receive the award. Plan for the competition timeline and student team preparation.
Student projects must clearly address a real challenge in their community. Strong projects have specific, local problems - not generic STEM demonstrations.
You don't need to be a CS or science teacher. Social studies, English, and art teachers have entered and won with projects that use technology to address community issues.
The entry window typically opens in September or October. Set a reminder and plan your student team before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can enter Samsung Solve for Tomorrow?
Any US public school teacher with students in grades 6-12 can enter. All subject areas are welcome.
What do winning schools receive?
State finalists receive approximately $20,000 in Samsung technology. National finalists and winners receive larger packages up to $100,000 in value.
What makes a strong Solve for Tomorrow entry?
Clear community challenge, student-driven design process, working prototype, and measurable community impact. Physical computing and sensor-based solutions score well.
When is the application deadline?
Entries typically open in September/October with a November deadline. Check samsung.com/us/solvefortomorrow for the current cycle.
How can Forward Education help?
We can help your students design a strong project using our kits, provide alignment to STEM standards, and support your entry with curriculum documentation.
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