The F1 Allwyn Global Community Award closed its inaugural season by proving that the championship’s impact reaches far beyond the checkered flag.

Formula 1 has long prided itself on excellence, innovation, and global reach, but throughout 2025 that reach found a new dimension. With the launch of the F1 Allwyn Global Community Award, the championship took its international platform into a different arena: delivering real social impact in the communities that host Formula 1.

Announced in June 2025 as part of the multi-year partnership between Formula 1 and Allwyn, a global leader in lottery and entertainment with a strong social commitment, the award was created with a clear mission: to recognize, amplify, and financially support local initiatives capable of driving tangible societal change.

The award was designed to support nonprofit organizations, foundations, and NGOs, honoring projects focused on at least one of four key pillars: empowerment and inclusion, education and opportunity, health and well-being, and sustainability and innovation.

During its inaugural season, four projects were selected by a rotating jury made up of representatives from Formula 1, Allwyn, and local Grand Prix promoters. Each winner received a €100,000 donation, an official trophy presented in front of fans at the F1 Fanzone, and a full Grand Prix experience.

As summarized by Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1:
“The winning organizations demonstrated extraordinary passion for their causes and a genuine impact within their communities.”

The first award was presented in Zandvoort, ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix. Stichting HandicapNL was recognized for its work transforming accessibility at sporting and cultural events for more than two million people with disabilities in the Netherlands. Its efforts removed physical and informational barriers, creating truly inclusive experiences for fans.

At the United States Grand Prix, the award traveled to Austin to honor Girlstart, an organization dedicated to introducing girls and young women to STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Through hands-on programs led by female mentors, Girlstart has tackled the long-standing underrepresentation of women in these disciplines, even working directly with Formula 1 on educational activities at the Circuit of The Americas.

The third stop came in Mexico City, where The John Langdon Down Foundation was recognized for its innovative, comprehensive program providing care and education for people with Down syndrome. The donation will directly support dozens of children and hundreds of families, reinforcing social inclusion and challenging deeply rooted perceptions.

The season concluded in Las Vegas, with Green Our Planet receiving the final honor. The initiative combines food security, STEM education, and sustainability through hydroponic systems, the most water-efficient farming method available. With a presence in more than 1,400 schools and an impact on over 500,000 students, its HydroConnect program embodies the connection between education, innovation, and a sustainable future.

For Domenicali, the takeaway is clear:
“This first year of partnership with Allwyn shows the difference we can make when we work together. This is only the beginning.”

Looking ahead to 2026, Formula 1 and Allwyn are already exploring ways to expand the award’s reach to more Grands Prix and even involve fans more directly, allowing the championship’s global audience to play a more active role in the selection and visibility of the projects.

In a sport obsessed with performance, the F1 Allwyn Global Community Award made one thing clear: the most lasting legacy is often built off the asphalt.