Christophers Poster Contest

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Amount
Awarded

$281

Awarded

Application Deadline

February 18

Tuesday
Awarded By:

The Christophers

Number of Awards & Eligibility: Eight awards offered annually.
In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
  1. This award is for international and U.S. students.
  2. Must be a student in grades nine through twelve.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

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Description: This award is offered to U.S. and international students who are in grades nine through twelve. To apply, the student must create a poster that includes the statement 'You can make a difference' and illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better.

Application requirements for the Christophers Poster Contest are:

  • Poster
Additional Information: The Christophers, a non-profit organization founded in 1945, uses mass media to encourage all individuals to recognize and use their unique abilities to raise the standards of public life. The Christophers' motto is: 'It's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness.' Posters will be judged on overall impact, and effectiveness in conveying the theme, originality, and artistic merit. Judges' decisions are final. Winning entrants who are U.S. citizens or residents will be required to provide their social security number before cash prizes can be awarded. Please note: Posters cannot be returned. All entries become the property of The Christophers. Winners will be announced in April.

Award Amount: Prizes are awarded as follows: first prize of $1,000; second prize of $500; third prize of $250; and five honorable mention prizes of $100. All awards are made on an annual basis and are non-renewable.  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $281.

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Tuesday, February 18

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Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Tuesday, February 18

Additional information, including entry forms are available from The Christophers website. In addition to the completed entry form, the applicant must submit a poster including the statement 'You can make a difference' and illustrate the idea that one person can change the world for the better. Each poster must be the work of only one student. The poster concept and design, and any photos or artwork used must be the original work of the student entering. Posters must be 16 x 20 inches in size, including border or mat, if used. If charcoal, pastels, or glitter is used, the poster must be either laminated or covered with clear plastic. The following information must be included on the back of the poster: the student's name, mailing address, email (if available), home phone number, school, school address, teacher's name, and grade. Flat shipping is recommended for the poster's protection. Digitally created posters may be submitted through the online application form.
Contact: David DiCerto
Address: 5 Hanover Square New York, New York 10004
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