NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025

How to Register

Follow these steps to register for the hackathon:

1. Visit https://www.spaceappschallenge.org/ to register
2. Login or Sign-up, follow the steps
3. Open “My Local Events” page
4. Select "Kamloops"

Partnership Opportunities

We invite sponsors to support the NASA International Space Apps Challenge at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). This event offers a unique opportunity to showcase your business or organization at the world's largest global hackathon, taking place in Kamloops for the first time.

Sponsorship funds will contribute to covering the costs associated with hosting the event, including operational expenses, food and beverages, and prizes. By partnering with us, you will play a crucial role in advancing science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM).

Presenting Sponsor

Investment: $5,000 (one available)

• Speaking opportunity during the opening address of the hackathon and MC acknowledgement of sponsorship at the opening and closing address.
• Prominent branding opportunity to display company banners and promotional materials at the hackathon.
• Two pre-event and one recap social media posts featuring event sponsors: presenting sponsor brand proportionately larger than the others, posted on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram (@thompsonriversu) combined reach of 100,000 followers.
• Opportunity to include up to three marketing or promotional items to delegate gift bags – 150 delegate gift bags.
• The first-place team wins your organization prize.
• Sponsor name displayed on email event correspondence in footer with other sponsors.

Launchpad Sponsor

Investment: $2,500 (two available)

• Brand featured during lunch and dinner breaks; four designated meal breaks in total. For example, the table sign on the lunch table will say; ‘This lunch was sponsored by [Your Organization]’.
• MC acknowledgement of sponsorship during opening and closing address.
• Two pre-event and one recap social media post featuring event sponsors: presenting sponsor brand proportionately larger than the others, posted on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram (@thompsonriversu) combined reach of 100,000 followers.
• Sponsor name displayed on email event correspondence in footer with other sponsors.
• Opportunity to include one marketing or promotional item to delegate gift bags – 150 delegate gift bags.

Command Line Champion

Investment: $1,000 (three available)

• MC acknowledgement of sponsorship during opening and closing address.
• Two pre-event and one recap social media post featuring event sponsors: presenting sponsor brand proportionately larger than the others, posted on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram (@thompsonriversu) combined reach of 100,000 followers.
• Sponsor name displayed on email event correspondence in footer with other sponsors.
• Opportunity to include one marketing or promotional item to delegate gift bags – 150 delegate gift bags.

Byte-sized Backer

Investment: $750 (five available)

• Opportunity to include one marketing or promotional item to delegate gift bags – 150 delegate gift bags.
• Sponsor name displayed on email event correspondence in footer with other sponsors.

If you have any questions, are interested in additional opportunities like volunteering, or simply want to learn more on how to participate, please feel free to contact us at nsac_kamloops@tru.ca. We are excited to bring this hackathon to life, and we cannot do it without your support.

We look forward to building this partnership with you.

Frequently asked questions

1. What is the NASA International Space Apps Challenge?
The NASA International Space Apps Challenge is the world's largest annual global hackathon. Each October, over two days, participants worldwide collaborate to solve real world problems on Earth and in space using NASA’s open data.

2. Who can participate?
Everyone is welcome! The challenge is open to individuals of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels. However, participants under 18 must register with parental or guardian consent.

3. Is there a cost to participate?
No, participation is completely free.

4. Do I need to be a programmer or have technical skills?
Not at all! Teams thrive with diverse talents—coders, designers, storytellers, scientists, artists and problem-solvers are all essential.

5. Can I participate alone or do I need a team?
You can join solo or with a team. If you don't have a team, don’t worry—we’ll help you find one at the event.

6. What happens after the event?
Local winning teams may be nominated for global judging by NASA experts. Winners may receive NASA certificates, recognition and the chance to showcase their projects internationally.

7. What challenges will we work on?
NASA provides official challenge statements related to space, Earth sciences, and technology, which will be available in August 2025.

8. What should I bring to the event?
Bring your laptop, chargers, any project tools you need and lots of energy. We’ll provide Wi-Fi, seating, refreshments and support.

9. Are there prizes or awards?
Yes! There will be three local prizes. NASA and its partners recognize outstanding projects in multiple categories for global winners.

10. How do I register?
Registration opens on July 17, 2025. You can sign up through the official NASA International Space Apps website (spaceappschallenge.org) and select the Kamloops location.