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Outstanding Youth Scholarship Award
Applicants for the scholarship award must be high school seniors who have proven to be leaders in their community, and who have been accepted to a four year college. One student will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship, paid out over four year. This award will honor a student who has succeeded personally, academically and as a community leader.
Outstanding Youth Award
This award will be presented to young people in grades 6 – 11 who have demonstrated personal courage by taking positive action against racism, prejudice and bias-related violence in their community. The award will honor young people who:
- Have demonstrated extraordinary leadership skills as spokespersons for tolerance
- On a daily basis, embody the courage to be bridge builders and peacemakers
- Have established programs that deal with intolerance, violence prevention or conflict resolution
- Have stood up against hate and violence through participation in community-based organizations
Outstanding Educator Award
This award will honor individuals who have proven that they have the personal courage to make a difference through their position as educators. The award will honor those who:
- Have worked to create special programs or opportunities that encourage students to stand up against racism, prejudice and bias-related violence
- Embody tolerance in both their personal and professional endeavors
- Have established cultural or educational programs for traditionally excluded groups
Outstanding Citizen Award
This award will be presented to an adult who is a community leader, bridge builder and role model. This person will embody tolerance and will be a promoter of unity and peace.
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