MENTAL HEALTH: TEEN CHANGEMAKERS ESSAY CONTEST

Nov 01, 2025

250-1000

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The International Bipolar Foundation Annual High School Essay Contest is open to all high school students, ages 13 to 19. Essays should be 500-1000 words. PROMPTS: OPTION A: Meet with your principle, counseling office or teacher to learn about the mental health programs and/or services that your school offers. Write a report on these programs, including how you will promote and support them to raise awareness on campus. OPTION B: Work with your principle, counseling office or teacher to create a proposal for a mental health program, campaign, or group that you would like to see your school implement for its students. i.e., mental health fair, mental health awareness day, mental heath movie screening, #nostigma club, etc. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

Cash Award

Unrestricted