1st place winners for middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12) will each receive $300. 2nd place winners for middle and high school will each receive $150.
Winners will be recognized at the Elijah Rising Gala on Thursday, October 17, 2024! 3 tickets to the Gala will be provided to each winner.
Judging criteria (for a maximum score of 30 points):
Essays should be 500-1000 words.
Applicants should be local to Houston and surrounding areas or willing to travel to the Houston area to be recognized in person
Submit essay entries to: Courtney@elijahrising.org with the subject line “essay contest submission” by 5:00 PM CST on Monday, September 23. Late entries will not be considered. Include name, school, and grade level. Winners will be notified via email no later than Friday, September 27.