2026 Loukoumi Student Spotlight Contest
The Loukoumi Good Deed Summit is a global gathering held in Lake Como, Italy, that brings together students, educators, and change makers from around the world for four immersive days of connection, cultural exchange and impact driven dialogue. Through inspiring speakers, global panels, school visits, sightseeing experiences, and a formal closing Gala at Teatro Sociale Como, the summit celebrates service, leadership, and the power of young people to create meaningful change. This year, the Loukoumi Foundation will be launching the Loukoumi Student Spotlight Contest, a 2-week contest designed to uplift students making a difference in their communities, culminating in the selection of one student winner whose summit registration will be fully waived and who will receive special student recognition at this year's Good Deed Summit.
How to Enter
To be considered, students must submit one original vertical video (30–60 seconds) that includes:
● A brief explanation of why you want to attend the Loukoumi Good Deed Summit
● A short “Day in the Life” video that should highlight your everyday life and the small but meaningful ways you do good, whether that’s through your family, school, pets, community, or passions.
● A 3-sentence written description explaining why you are submitting and why attending the Summit matters to you. This description may be featured in the Instagram caption should your video be shared. We’re looking for authenticity, personality, and heart. Should you be selected as a finalist, your “Day in the Life” video will be posted to the Loukoumi Foundation’s social media platforms so have fun with it and make it shine!
Timeline
Contest Opens: Friday, January 23, 2026
Submission Deadline: Friday, January 30, 2026 (no late submissions accepted)
Finalist Features: February 1st – February 10th, 2026
Selected finalists’ videos will be shared on the Loukoumi Foundation’s official Instagram & Facebook. If your video is posted, you are officially a Loukoumi Student
Spotlight finalist
Finalists will also receive a custom post to share on their Instagram story or main feed during this time, inviting friends, family, and their community to support them as a Student Spotlight Finalist.
Finalists and their school will be asked to be added as a collaborator on your "Day in the Life” post during this period. This is optional but highly recommended.
Winner Announced: Friday, February 13, 2026
The student with the most votes will be selected as this year's winner, so tell your friends and family! For votes to count voters must “follow” the Loukoumi Foundation page and also “like” the post highlighting your video.
Rules & Guidelines (Please Read Carefully)
● Each participant may submit one original video
● Videos must be recorded vertically and be no longer than 60 seconds
● Participants must grant the Loukoumi Foundation permission to share their video on social media
● Engagement must be authentic. Any fake likes, purchased engagement, or manipulation will result in disqualification
● Submissions must align with the values and mission of the Loukoumi Foundation
● The Foundation reserves the right to disqualify any submission that does not meet guidelines
● No late submissions will be accepted