About
Every great design begins with a spark, a single idea that dares to make something better. The Design to Thrive Awards was born from that same spark a vision by THRIVE to celebrate creativity, reward hard work, and inspire designers to believe in the value of their craft.
At its heart, Design to Thrive isn’t just a competition. It’s a movement that recognizes how powerful design can be when it’s driven by passion and purpose. We believe that creativity is one of the strongest tools for transformation in business, in culture, and in everyday life.
Our Story
The idea for the contest came from a simple realization: There are thousands of talented young designers whose creativity often goes unnoticed not because they lack skill, but because they lack opportunity.
At Thrive, we’ve always been driven by a desire to help people grow to give them platforms where their talent can be seen, appreciated, and rewarded. The Design to Thrive Awards became our way of turning that belief into action.
Each edition of the contest aims to discover and celebrate individuals who design not just for aesthetics but for impact, people who use colors, shapes, and ideas to communicate meaning, inspire thought, and spark change.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower and inspire creative minds to see design not just as art, but as a tool for growth, confidence, and expression.
We exist to:
Encourage creativity that uplifts and inspires.
Recognize and reward raw talent and hard work.
Build a platform where designers can thrive doing what they love.