Young Scholars Environmentalism Award

Award:

Three (3) $1,500 awards

Eligibility:

Young Scholars Members - Grades 6-8

Pexels Karolina Grabowska 7692893

Scholarship Details:

Students will identify an environmental issue (e.g., pollution, waste, deforestation, climate change, water conservation, etc.) and submit a creative solution or awareness campaign that promotes sustainable living.  Submissions should reflect a deep understanding of the chosen issue and present a clear, impactful vision for change.

Application Requirements:

  • Project Proposal (500 words max): 
    Please have your student describe the issue, their proposed solution, and how it promotes sustainability or environmental awareness. Responses should include why this issue matters to them or their community.

  • Visual Component (choose one): 

    • A poster or infographic 

    • A 2 to 3-minute video presentation 

    • A slide deck (5–10 slides) 

    • A photo gallery (for physical projects/prototypes) 

  • Optional Prototype/Model (recommended but not required)

  • Recommendation letter 

  • Color headshot suitable for website posting 

Application Opens: March 2, 2026
Closing Date: November 10, 2026 by 11:59PM (EST)
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