Government Prize Contests
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USA.gov Challenges — Federal Prize Competitions
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USA.gov's challenges index lists active federal prize competitions and links to the agencies running them. It became the primary federal hub after Challenge.gov was decommissioned in 2026.
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Government Prize Contests
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National
Eligibility
Generally limited to eligible residents of the qualifying area or program. Applicants usually must meet residency or membership requirements, so it is not open to everyone.
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