Senior Citizens Article Writing Competition
The Inkstone Project invites high school students across the country to participate in our Senior Citizens Article Writing Competition. Participating is a chance to share the stories of elders, gain experience through journalism, and potentially win scholarships.
This competition is designed to support intergenerational relationships between high schoolers and elders, while uplifting the voices of older adults through student-written essays.
Submission Guidelines
Eligibility: Open to all high school students (grades 9–12)
Minimum Length: 300 words
Deadline: April 27, 2025
Submission Form: Click here to submit
Awards
- 5 students will receive $100 prizes
- 10 students will receive $50 prizes
- Dozens of participants will receive official award certificates
- Select articles may be featured in national news outlets
- Top participants may also be offered high leadership roles within The Inkstone Project
Each submission increases your chance of winning a prize. You may submit multiple essays, and each entry counts as an additional spot in the prize drawing. As this is our first time hosting a competition, this is the easiest time to win an award!
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