Meet the inspiring students and educators leading Colossal’s class of 2026. Discover their stories and how America’s Favorite Teacher and America’s Favorite Student have raised over $5.5 million since 2025 to support The Planetary Society.

Big dreams deserve a big stage. Our Teen of the Year competition offers $20,000, a feature on Complex, and a red-carpet movie premiere experience with Matthew McConaughey—all while supporting charity. There’s more…

It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a community to lift up families in need. Voting is open now—register your baby, cast your daily free vote, and help support an incredible mission today!

Protecting a child’s potential starts with protecting their safety. Discover how Nate Lewis and The Innocent are helping law enforcement safeguard children—and why Colossal honored him with its first Impact Award.

At Colossal, winner experiences are not just planned; they are carefully curated with passion and purpose. The Fulfillment team works behind the scenes to create moments that children and families will remember forever.

Meet the first-ever America’s Favorite Student, a straight-A sixth grader, spelling bee champion, trumpet player, and aspiring chemical engineer. Sounds like just the kid to tour The Planetary Society’s headquarters with Bill Nye.

Curious how voting works in Colossal competitions like Baby of the Year? Learn how free daily votes, Facebook verification, votes by donation, and built-in security measures work together to create a fair, engaging competition while helping raise funds to support incredible charitable causes.

Colossal champion Pearse Harris stepped into the studio with Nicholas Hankins to film an upcoming episode of The Joy of Painting, continuing a creative legacy inspired by Bob Ross.

From eligibility and voting to key dates and prizes, understanding the rules can help you avoid common mistakes, plan your strategy, and compete with confidence from day one.

Every great teacher leaves a lasting impact. This year's competition celebrated extraordinary educators while generating more than $2.4 million for charity.

Learn how Colossal protects participant data with secure systems, encrypted technology, fair voting safeguards, and transparent practices that reinforce the integrity and legitimacy of every competition.

Learn more about Atousa's remarkable journey, the impact of this year's competition, and how Entrepreneur of Impact has generated more than $4.2 million for charity in just two years.

Whether it's a vacation, a family celebration, or the excitement of entering a competition, having something to look forward to can reduce stress, boost motivation, and bring more joy to everyday life. Discover the science behind anticipation.

Curious about our online competitions? This official guide explains the facts, how Colossal competitions work, how people can vote, and the fundraising aspect of our campaigns.

Our 2025 campaign portfolio generated more than $100 million in charitable support, helping nonprofit partners advance child welfare, healthcare, conservation, education, cancer research, and more.

An intimate look inside The Art of Elysium and founder Jennifer Howell’s philosophy of creativity, healing, and human connection—where artists and fragile communities come together to create something transcendent.

Meet our 2025 Jr. Ranger champions. Hosted by American biologist and wildlife conservationist Jeff Corwin, the campaign unites thousands of young nature enthusiasts to unite for a shared cause — the National Wildlife Federation.

Low-grade, chronic inflammation can quietly interfere with recovery, energy levels, metabolism, and long-term health. These evidence-backed strategies support strength, resilience, and longevity at every stage.