Engaging Coaching for Humanity and the Planet
2023 Calls for Applications
The ICF Foundation is seeking applications for the 2023 Ignite Initiative from ICF credentialed coaches and ICF Chapters interested in creating social impact projects in their communities, aligned with the United Nations Global Goals. Ignite projects are six months coaching engagements to support any of the United Nations 17 Global Goals, offered by ICF credentialed coaches and ICF Chapters and organizations aligned with the UN Global Goals.
For 2023, the ICF Foundation is seeking:
- ICF credentialed coaches, ICF Chapters and social change organizations to launch 20 Ignite projects
- Targeted regions: Africa and Middle East, Asia, North America, and Latin and Central America
- Special focus on UN Global Goals 13 (Climate Action), Goal 5 (Quality Education) and Goal 6 (Clean Water & Sanitation).
How do ICF chapters and ICF credentialed coaches benefit from creating Ignite projects?
- Offer pro bono 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.
Deadline to apply: April 14th, 2023
Ignite application for ICF Chapters
Ignite application for eligible organizations
Ignite application for CIO Members
Ignite application for ICF Credentialed Coaches
For more details on the Ignite Roadmap
For more details on the Ignite Toolkit
Another call for applications will be issued in August 2023.

Imagine One ICF connected through the positive impact of coaching. The spark of light to ignite humanity! When we share the power of coaching with our world, we have the power to ignite our local communities and spark a global impact.
Through pro bono coaching projects, the Ignite Initiative uses the collective power of ICF chapters, members and credential holders to accelerate the United Nations 2030 Agenda.
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