Our Stories.

Explore the latest impactful stories from EFI and our partners as we expand economic understanding across the regions we serve. From new initiatives and partnerships to stories from educators and students, these updates show how economic ideas are opening doors to opportunity and helping people make more informed decisions.

EFI Awarded Platinum Transparency Status by Candid

The Economic Fundamentals Initiative (EFI) has officially been awarded Platinum Transparency status by Candid, the highest level of recognition offered through the organization’s nonprofit transparency framework.

Economics Olympiad Reaches Record 59,000 Students Across 12 Countries

The Economics Olympiad 2026 has reached a major milestone, with participation growing to more than 59,000 students from nearly 2,000 schools across 12 countries.

With the school rounds now complete, this year’s competition marks a 50% increase in participation compared to 2025…

Identifying the Next Generation: Economics Olympiad Gains Momentum in Ukraine

The Economics Olympiad in Ukraine continues to grow, bringing together students from across the country and identifying those ready to advance to the national stage.
As part of the 2025–26 cycle, the regional round engaged 1,011 students from 24 regions, reflecting both the scale and reach of the program.

Turning Ideas into Action: Education Hackathon in Ukraine

In February, 31 high school students from across Albania gathered at Llogara Tourist Village for the winter school “What’s Next in Education? From ‘What Will I Become?’ to ‘What Can I Do?’”, organized by our partners at the Center for Education and Development.