Pikiran Terbaik Negeri is Grant-Competition initiated by BUMN Foundation to finding, supporting and accelerating the best social entrepreneurs in Indonesia. More than just funding, the Best Minds of the Country building a collaborative ecosystem that connects innovators with mentorship, strategic networks, and access to the SOE and private sector ecosystems.

Partnering with investors, venture capitalists, and industry stakeholders, the Best Minds in the Country presenting opportunities for impactful innovations to thrive and contribute to Indonesia's social and economic transformation.

In 2025, the Nation's Best Minds focus on innovative solutions in the areas of health, sustainable food systems, circular economy, climate adaptation, and digital inclusion. With a collaboration-based and scalable approach, The Nation's Best Minds empowers changemakers to turning visionary ideas into real solutions that create a positive and sustainable impact on society.

This year, the program also presents a focus on the utilization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a driver of social innovation. Through collaboration with ElevAIte And Binar Academy As a learning partner, Pikiran Terbaik Negeri strengthens participants' capacity in developing technology-based solutions, while simultaneously encouraging inclusive and impactful digital transformation for Indonesia.

THE GRAND FINAL OF THE COUNTRY'S BEST MINDS PITCHING 2025 IS OPEN!

Grand Final Pitching The Best Minds of the Nation 2025 will be coming soon on August 24, 2025 at the Yustinus Building, 15th Floor, Atma Jaya University Ballroom, South Jakarta. Presenting innovative ideas from the impact makers selected throughout Indonesia, Social Entrepreneurs & Ideation Showcase, entertainment and Awarding Night to give credit to 5 Best Social Entrepreneurs, 3 Best Social Innovation Ideas, 3 Best AI-Based Social Innovation Ideas, and all participants of the 2025 Best Minds in the Nation.

Witness the defining moments of changemakers creating impactful solutions for the nation. Register now to participate and be part of the journey to create a better future for Indonesia!

The Nation's Best Minds of 2024

In 2024, Pikiran Terbaik Negeri started its journey for the first time. From more than 1,000 applications received over 20 days, 20 of the best social entrepreneurs were selected to receive intensive mentoring and funding totaling more than 3 Billion Rupiah to create real impact for society.

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Activity Pikiran Terbaik Negeri

Grand Final Pitching

Grand Final Pitching is a national level stage where Indonesian social entrepreneurs showcase their transformative solutions. This event connects grant recipients with inimpact investors, corporate partners, and policy leaders and open up new opportunities for funding and collaboration. This is more than just a competition, it is an ecosystem that accelerates real impact.

Bootcamp

Bootcamp is an immersive, hands-on program designed to equip grantees with advanced business strategies, impact measurement frameworks, and investment readiness skills. Led by industry experts, this bootcamp ensures that social entrepreneurs gain the tools needed to scale their impact and attract sustainable funding.

Implementation of Social Innovation

Collaborate with grantees by provide assistance, access to networks and monitoring project implementation performance to ensuring measurable impact and sustainability. This ensures that funded initiatives are not only launched, but also actively drive long-term transformation.

Final Showcase

Final Showcase is where impact meets opportunity. The event brings together changemakers, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to highlight grantees' achievements. This event serves as a springboard to develop solutions through partnerships, unlock funding opportunities, and drive systemic change.

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