Taco Bell Foundation Ambition Accelerator

In 2022, 220 projects representing hundreds of young changemakers received $500 to fuel their transformative projects and ideas for a better world. 26 teams were invited to the Ambition Accelerator Summit to take their ideas to the next level and build a community of like-minded leaders.

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Innovators received at least $500 in cash prizes as an investment in their bold idea.

Teams participated in the Ambition Accelerator Summit.

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What is the Ambition Accelerator?

We know that today’s young people are determined to impact the world for the better. But those brave enough to pursue social impact often come up against major barriers — from lack of skills and social connections to limited financial savvy and funds.

To help young changemakers across all communities overcome these barriers, we are launching the Taco Bell Foundation Ambition Accelerator, a new program where they will grow their changemaking abilities, access funding, receive mentorship, and join a community of like-minded individuals.

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Meet the 2022 Recipients!

We are thrilled to announce the 26 semi-finalist teams of the Taco Bell Foundation Ambition Accelerator! From using technology to tackle health inequality to creating new spaces for young people to lead, these 26 changemakers exemplify what we mean when we talk about bold ambition and fueling positive change. You can learn more about the semi-finalists and their projects below.

You can read about all 220 of our inaugural recipients each receiving $500 to fuel their transformative projects and ideas on our interactive map below.

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Looking for Tips on Team-Building?

We believe that team-building and collaborative leadership are essential components of changemaking.

Use our team-building toolkit below to create a customized recruitment plan that will help you find your dream team! Inside you'll find tips on how to identify a teammate, develop a recruitment pitch, establish team roles, and more. You can also check out our companion team-building video for more information on how to build a collaborative environment and hone your elevator pitch.

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The Taco Bell Foundation breaks down barriers to educate and inspire the next generation of America’s leaders. Over two decades, the Taco Bell Foundation has activated the potential of its Live Más scholars, changemakers who are pursuing their passions through education and community. The Taco Bell Foundation has reached more than 5 million young people across the country and awarded $130 million in grants and scholarships focused on education and career readiness.

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