Contest is open to United States high school students in grades nine through twelve. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to an act of political courage.

Award: Up to $10,000

Deadline: January 4, 2018

More info: https://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest.aspx

Profile in Courage Essay Contest

Profile in Courage Essay Contest

Contest is open to United States high school students in grades nine through twelve. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to an act of political courage.

Award: up to $20,000

Deadline: Jan. 4, 2017

More info: https://www.jfklibrary.org/Education/Profile-in-Courage-Essay-Contest/Contest-Information-and-Topic-Guidelines.aspx

Profile in Courage Essay Contest