IGNITE

Applications

Applications for the Ignite Initiative are now closed. To sign up to be notified when applications reopen, click below!

IGNITE

Applications

Applications for the Ignite Initiative are now closed.

2025 Ignite Project Criteria

The Ignite program is aimed at ICF credentialed coaches and ICF chapters interested in creating social impact projects in their communities. Applications are now closed and will reopen in January 2025. Don’t want to forget? Sign-up to be notified when the application opens!

2025 Project Criteria:

ICF credentialed coaches, ICF chapters and social change organizations to launch Ignite projects.
Targeted regions: Africa and Middle East, AsiaPac, Europe, North America, and Latin and Central America.
Special focus on UN Global Goals 13 (Climate Action), Goal 5 (Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls), and Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions).

How do ICF chapters and ICF credentialed coaches benefit from creating Ignite projects?

Offer coaching hours for members seeking PCC and MCC credentials.
Develop, launch, and implement social impact projects.
Opportunity to build up eligibility for ICF chapter recognition awards.
Opportunity to promote member and volunteer engagement.
Support social impact organizations in your community.

2025 Ignite Project Timeline:

Call for Applications: January 10th – March 14th, 2025
Application Review: March 24th – April 16th, 2025
Board Review: April 20th – April 25th, 2025
Notification of Application Status to Applicants: April 30th – May 7th, 2025

Volunteer to Spark Social System Change!

All ICF-credentialed coaches can sign up to become a volunteer coach with our Ignite Initiatives and Special Projects. Help empower individuals and spark global change by applying today! Once volunteer opportunities are available, a member of our team will be in contact.

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