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[[{"type":"media","view_mode":"media_large","fid":"39052","attributes":{"class":"media-image","typeof":"foaf:Image","style":"","alt":"POCA 2013"}}]]As our blog mentioned last week, The Power of Children Awards is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year! As part of this celebration we are looking back at how and why the awards were originally created.
As a result of the development of the Children's Museum’s permanent exhibit The Power of Children: Making a Difference, The Power of Children Awards were created in 2005 to honor and empower Indiana youth in grades 6-11 who were making significant contributions and providing countless hours, through their project based service, to better their communities.
The powerful permanent exhibit focuses on Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, and Ryan White, who touched the world with their courage and perseverance. These three did not select the circumstances of their lives, yet they each made the choice to make a difference.
The Children’s Museum uses The Power of Children Awards to honor and empower youths who have made a significant impact on the lives of others, demonstrated selflessness, and exhibited a commitment to service and the betterment of society. In 2012, the Awards began to accept nominations from across the country, meeting the vision of the Museum to be recognized as the global leader among all museums and cultural institutions serving children and families.
The Power of Children Awards were established by the Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Trust with additional support from IUPUI, University of Indianapolis, Kroger, and WISHTV 8. This year we are happy to announce that Butler University will also be supporting the award winners.
To date, 44 winners from 31 cities have raised millions of dollars and impacted thousands of live around the world. Will you be the next to be recognized? Apply today! If you, or someone you know is in grade 6-11 and making an extraordinary difference in your community, apply or nominate someone today.
Application deadline: Midnight, March 23, 2014
Winners receive:
- A $2,000.00 grant to continue his or her work.
- A Four-year Post-secondary Educational Scholarship to a participating institution of higher learning.
- Recognition in The Power of Children Take Action area, including a video interview about the service project
- Honor and recognition during a special awards event on Nov. 7, 2014 at The Children’s Museum.
Submit your online applications: www.childrensmuseum.org/poca.
