The "Leuphana Founding Idea of the Year" is an annual contest for students and employees of the Leuphana University of Lüneburg. The best founding idea is awarded a prize. At the time of submission, the idea must not yet have been formally founded and no market activity must be present. The focus of the award is on start-up projects that are in the planning stage. Start-up ideas can be in the commercial sector or as freelancers etc. with the intention of making a profit. The award is endowed with a prize money of 1500 Euro.