High School Essay Contest

We believe that mental health education is most effective when it begins in our youth.

Each year we host an essay contest for teenagers where we ask them to do research on a particular topic and then perform a specific activity to foster mental health awareness in their communities.

Winners have now been selected!

Thank you to everyone who participated in this years essay contest! We are beyond impressed by all of the creative and impactful essays that were submitted. We appreciate everyone’s enthusiasm and effort to make a positive change and advocate for mental health!

2020 Teen Changemakers Essay Contest Winners:

1st Place: Cydney Macon- Read here

$1000

2nd Place: Ayana DeSears- Read here

$500

3rd Place: Annie Pan- Read here

$250

We are pleased to announce that 3 winners will receive cash prizes and their letters used as a template for future advocacy that will be featured on our website!