Personal Finance World Cup

Budget Bridge is launching the Personal Finance World Cup Challenge, a new contest where students use their money skills in presentations, writing, and creative projects. Student volunteers will judge multiple rounds, encouraging teamwork and peer learning. Winners will receive scholarships to help with their education. The challenge will start in December 2025, involving students from three countries where Budget Bridge teaches financial literacy. The goal is to inspire practical money skills and friendly international competition.

Personal Finance World Cup Challenge Overview

Your Passport to Predict, Create, and Compete!

Welcome to the World Cup Challenge — where you don’t just watch football history unfold, you predict it, plan for it, and bring your own big ideas to the game.

Over the next few weeks, you’ll step into three different roles:

  • Sports Strategist – predict the next World Cup host.

  • Travel Guide Creator – design a fan-friendly guide to North America.

  • Marketing Mastermind – pitch a campaign worthy of FIFA’s global stage.

Bring your research, creativity, visuals, and bold imagination.

What You’ll Submit

1. Your 2034 FIFA World Cup Host Prediction

  • 200–500 words (1–2 pages)

  • Consider stadiums, airports, safety, politics, and culture — defend your pick.

  • Use at least 2 credible sources.

  • Optional: include a map, flag, or photo.
    Tip: Think like FIFA. Who can realistically host, and who wants it most?

2. “North America for Beginners” Fan Guide

  • Cover at least 3 North American countries.

  • Include flags, currency, languages, stadiums, travel tips, cultural dos & don’ts.

  • Add 2–3 fun facts and a short glossary per country.

  • Visuals encouraged.
    Tip: Write it like you’re helping a first-time visitor.

3. A Marketing Plan to Win the Game

  • 500–1,000 words (2–4 pages).

  • Pick a real or fictional company that partners with FIFA.

  • Develop ideas for ads, social media, player sponsorships, or fan activations.

  • Optional bonus: sample ad, slogan, budget, or timeline.
    Tip: FIFA sponsorships are massive. Think global, think bold.

How to Submit

  • Combine all parts in one PDF, or submit as clearly named files.

  • Cover page: name/team, project title, date.

  • Accepted formats: PDF, DOCX, or Google Slides.

  • Submission email: TBD

  • Deadline: TBD

How You’ll Be Judged

We’re looking for fresh thinking, clear writing, and solid research.

CriteriaAwesome! (9–10)Solid (7–8)Okay (5–6)Needs Work (0–4)PredictionBold, well-researchedGood reasoningBasic supportWeak/off-topicFan GuideFun, visual, welcomingHelpful tipsBasic infoIncomplete/sloppyMarketing PlanSmart, detailed, creativeClear ideasVague/basicUnrealistic/copiedOrganizationProfessional layoutMostly neatSome messy areasHard to followCreativity/EffortShows real sparkGood effortMinimal effortLow effortSourcesCredible and clearSome citedWeak or unclearNone

Recognition

  • Certificates of achievement

  • Features in newsletters

  • Shoutouts at events

  • Bragging rights until the next Cup

Guidelines

  • Original work only — cite your sources.

  • Keep it respectful.

  • Follow the format and deadlines.

  • Ask for help if you need it.

Ready to Join the Challenge?

Show us your creativity, your strategy, and your vision for the future of football. Who knows — you might predict the real 2034 host or inspire a marketing idea a brand will one day use.

Good luck, and go make your mark.