Be a Hero for Kids This #GivingTuesday

Destination Imagination is seeking your support this Giving Tuesday

Today’s the day! As parents or volunteers, you know that when students have access to experiences like Destination Imagination (DI), they are better positioned for success in school, future careers, and beyond. That’s why expanding meaningful educational opportunities for underserved students around the globe is a key initiative for our organization. To help us achieve […]

Winter Holidays Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Winter Holidays Scavenger Hunt

Need an activity to occupy your kids on winter break? Take a stroll around your neighborhood and see how many items you can find in our Winter Holidays Scavenger Hunt! Kids will have 30 minutes to complete the activity. They can also participate with friends and see who can earn the most points!   Looking […]

The DI Store is back!

Destination Imagination store. Images of apparel available.

The Destination Imagination Store is back and better than ever! With new styles, colors, and products, you’ll have no problem finding something for your family, your friends, and most importantly, YOU. (Let’s be real, there’s no such thing as holiday shopping without snagging something for yourself.) Click here to see what’s new!

Quilting for Creativity

Photo of a quilt made by DI's Executive Director, Michele Tuck-Ponder

Dear DI Family, Like many of you, I was required to take classes in home economics during my middle school years. I found that I really liked to sew, and made most of my clothes well into my twenties. Once I could actually afford to purchase ready-made clothing, I stopped sewing. About 15 years ago, […]

We’re Seeking Extraordinary Individuals – is that YOU?

We want you! Join the Destination Imagination Board.

Destination Imagination (DI) is a global educational nonprofit on a mission to inspire and equip youth to imagine and innovate through the creative process. From Alabama to Australia, – our global network and community are making an impact on the communities they serve by bringing transformational educational experiences to youth. DI’s programs center around open-ended […]

Giving back with DI-inspired dishes by Chef Barbi

Photo of DI volunteer, Barbi Loftis, and a DI participant. Text says, "DI-inspired dishes with Chef Barbi"

Howdy, friends. I am Barbi Loftis and I am a proud Destination Imagination (DI) volunteer and Texan. My husband, Andy, and I have been involved with the DI community for decades. It all started when we were looking for an experience that would allow our kids to expand their minds and explore their innate creativity. […]

Fall Pin & Art Auction

Fall Pin & Art Auction

The Pin & Art Auction is back! For more than 20 years, Dr. Frank Begun helped guide and create the foundational culture around pin trading in the Destination Imagination (DI) community. Through his many years of participation, he personally collected almost every DI pin. And now you can own a piece of this historic collection, […]

Halloween Scavenger Hunt (free and printable!)

Halloween Scavenger Hunt (free and printable!)

Scavenger hunts are fun for kids of all ages. And let’s be honest, so is Halloween. Check out our Halloween Scavenger Hunt, which can be done in person or virtually with friends and family. How It Works:Download or print our Halloween Scavenger Hunt List and have each group find as many items as possible in just 30 minutes. […]

Pumpkin Tower STEAM Challenge for Kids

Image of candy pumpkins. Text says, "Destination Imagination Pumpkin Tower STEAM Challenge"

Looking for a fun and festive way to keep your kids engaged this fall? Our Pumpkin Tower STEAM Challenge is the perfect mix of hands-on learning and fall fun! This activity challenges kids to think creatively and work together as they use candy pumpkins and toothpicks to build the tallest freestanding tower that can hold […]

Ping-Pong Problem-Solving STEAM Challenge

Ping-Pong Problem-Solving STEAM Challenge

Ping-Pong balls make for great STEM challenge materials. Our Ping-Pong Problem-Solving STEAM activity challenges students to build a structure that will hold a Ping-Pong ball cantilevered as far away as possible. Have them work together in groups to solve the challenge in under 8 minutes and see which group can earn the most points! Ping-Pong […]

Intern with Destination Imagination this Fall!

Intern at Destination Imagination in Fall 2021

For more than 20 years, Destination Imagination (DI) has been inspiring participants to achieve anything they can imagine in life. Along the way, we have offered a variety of internship opportunities that have provided valuable professional experiences for those who have participated. Now, once again, DI is looking for top talent to join our team […]

The 2021 Digital Open: A Virtual STEAM Education Experience

Back-to-school season is in full swing. But with the rise of the Delta variant and fragments of uncertainty regarding children’s physical health and safety (especially for children under the age of 12), a significant number of students around the globe are once again learning from home. Is that the case for you? To ensure that […]