join us as a contributor! this is a very flexible way to get involved that allows you to submit a story in the format of your choice any time you want. we welcome q&a’s, podcasts, videos, photo essays, written work, even music or art. let your creativity guide you and tell us a story that will move the plant forward!

student correspondents work with our editorial team to create four stories in an academic year. these stories are prominently showcased on our website and social media pages and become a significant part of an individual’s public portfolio. as a correspondent, you’ll enjoy many opportunities to collaborate with other students, experts, and media leaders from around the country and gain valuable exposure on our platforms. applications for the 2023-2024 academic year are currently closed.

storyfest is our annual environmental storytelling competition in which any student may enter. each year, students submit their work and are evaluated in categories ranging from best video to best written journalism. there is no story more gripping than that of our changing planet — and the solutions to sustain it. this year, we highlighted stories about the role of shellfish in threatened coastal ecosystems, innovative agrivoltaic farms in colorado, and reconciliation with nature in the face of plastic pollution.

send us your most captivating narrative and enter storyfest next year for a chance to join the planet forward team on an immersive learning expedition!

eligible student must be currently enrolled at a planet forward pillar schools to apply for a travel grant in order to produce a story for publication on planet forward.

grants can range from between $500 and $4000 to cover travel and production expenses. if approved, you will also receive hands-on mentorship and guidance from planet forward’s editorial team.