Strive

AI Competition for FamiliesFor Parents & Students Across Singapore

Two days to build together. One day to demo. Real AI. Real impact.

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Sponsored by OpenAISponsored by Manus

Verified participants receive API credits for use during the competition.

28 February & 1 March 2026
For Students (Age 8+) & Parents
No AI Experience Needed

Sign Up As a Family

Work together as a family to build something amazing.

Family participating in Strive AI competition
Family Teams

Parent + Child

Who can Enter?

This event is designed for families and students of all ages who are passionate about technology and innovation. Each team must include one parent or guardian and one child.

Adult Team Lead Required

All teams must be led by an adult who is responsible for registering the team and managing all interactions with the OpenAI platform during the competition.

Finalists Get Invited to a Live Demo!

The best teams will present their projects to a panel of industry experts!

Choose Your Project Category

Pick a theme that inspires your family!

Build AI for Work

Create an AI tool for your parent's job. Learn what real professionals do!

Example Ideas:

  • Healthcare triage assistant
  • Real estate property analyzer
  • Legal document summarizer

Build AI for School

Create an AI tool that helps with homework, studying, or learning something new.

Example Ideas:

  • Essay feedback helper
  • Math problem explainer
  • Study planner

Build AI for Life

Create an AI tool that helps with everyday life, hobbies, or family activities.

Example Ideas:

  • Family trip planner
  • Recipe suggester
  • Hobby project coach

Competition Timeline

Here's how your family goes from zero to building your first AI tool

You'll Have Help the Whole Way

Don't worry if you get stuck!
Expert mentors will be available to help you.

Live Help Sessions

Join our Office Hours Sessions to get your questions answered by our expert team!

Idea Help

Not sure what to build? Mentors help you come up with awesome ideas

Tech Help

Something not working? Mentors help you figure out what went wrong

Presentation Tips

Learn how to explain your project in a way that wows people

What You Need to Submit

Due: Sunday, 5:00 PM

Your AI Idea Explained

Write down what your project does, what problem it solves, and how it uses AI

Your Working AI Tool

The AI tool you built, ready to show off

Presentation & Demo Video

Video along with a few slides explaining your idea, how it works, and why it's useful.

What the Judges Look For

Here's what the judges care about when they look at your project

Creativity & Originality

Is your idea unique and interesting? Does it show creative thinking?

How You Use AI

Does your tool actually use AI in a smart way?

Real Problem Solving

Does it solve a real problem that people actually have?

How Well It Works

Is your tool built well and does it actually work?

How You Explain It

Can you clearly explain your idea and show how it works? Being able to communicate well really matters!

Is This For You?

This challenge is for families excited to learn about AI and build something amazing together

For the Curious Mind

Never tried AI before? Perfect! You just need curiosity and a willingness to explore together

Parents & Families

Lead your family in learning something new. Build an AI tool together as a team!

Creative Builders

Love making things and sharing your creations? Collaborate with your family and build something real

Who Can Participate?

This event is designed for parents with students ages 8 and above who are passionate about technology and innovation.

Each team must include at least one adult (parent or guardian) to register and lead the project together.

This is a family learning experience – collaborate, discover, and build something amazing as a team!

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers!

All teams must be led by an adult (parent or guardian). The adult team lead is responsible for registering the team, managing all interactions with the OpenAI platform, and ensuring the team follows all competition guidelines.

After you register, we will contact you to verify your identity. Once verified, you will receive your credits!

The competition is completely free to enter!

The finalists will have the opportunity to present their projects live for a panel of industry experts - gaining recognition and exciting opportunities to showcase their work!

Yes! All participants will receive a certificate once their project has been submitted and reviewed.

A laptop or computer as well as access to the internet. We'll provide all the software and tools you need!

That's totally fine! No prior coding or AI experience is required. Expert mentors will be available throughout the competition to help guide you.

A parent can participate with one child. Each team must be made up of one parent/guardian and one child only.

Submit whatever you've built! The judges look at creativity, effort, and your learning journey, not just a polished final product.

Finalists and Winners will be announced on Saturday, 7 March 2026. Finalists will be invited to pitch their tool live!

Ready to Build
Something Amazing?

Join the Family AI Challenge and build your first real AI tool together as a family

Questions? Email us at hello@strivemath.com

For Families (Parent + Child)No Experience Required28 February & 1 March 2026