The "Make A Ripple, Change the World" Kindness Action Competition encourages high school seniors to create meaningful kindness projects that make a lasting impact on their communities. Organized by SevenDays, the competition rewards students who demonstrate creativity, leadership, and a commitment to spreading kindness through sustainable community initiatives.
Participants are invited to design projects inspired by one or more of SevenDays' seven themes: Love, Discover, Others, Connect, You, Go, and Onward.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United States
- Competition Name: "Make A Ripple, Change the World" Kindness Action Competition
- Organized By: SevenDays
- Degree Level: High School Seniors
- Eligible Subject: Community Service, Leadership, Volunteerism
- Award Value: $1,000
- Number of Awards: 11
- Eligible Nationality: Domestic Students
- Deadline: January 9
Degree Level
The competition is open to:
- High school seniors
Eligible Subjects
Students from all academic disciplines may apply. The competition focuses on projects related to:
- Community Service
- Leadership
- Volunteerism
- Social Impact
- Kindness Initiatives
- Civic Engagement
- Philanthropy
Scholarship Benefits
Selected winners will receive:
- Cash award of $1,000
- Recognition for outstanding community leadership
- Opportunity to showcase a meaningful kindness initiative
- Support for continuing education
- Increased visibility for community service achievements
Eligible Nationalities
The competition is open to:
- Domestic students in the United States
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a graduating high school senior.
- Develop a kindness project that creates a positive and lasting impact.
- Base the project on one or more of SevenDays' seven kindness themes.
- Demonstrate creativity and originality.
- Show how the project encourages continued acts of kindness within the community.
- Submit an essay explaining the project and its impact before the deadline.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Completed competition application
- Essay describing the kindness project
- Supporting information about the project's impact
- Any additional materials requested by the competition organizers
Application Process
To apply for the competition:
- Develop a community kindness project based on one or more of the SevenDays themes.
- Complete the official competition application.
- Write an essay describing the project, its community impact, creativity, and long-term sustainability.
- Submit all required materials before the application deadline.
- Wait for the selection committee to evaluate entries based on impact, originality, longevity, and writing quality.
Why Apply for This Competition?
The "Make A Ripple, Change the World" Kindness Action Competition offers students the opportunity to transform their ideas into meaningful community projects while earning financial support for college. It recognizes young leaders who inspire positive change through compassion, service, and lasting community engagement.
Official Call: https://sevendays.org/get-involved/for-students/kindness-action-competition
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply for the "Make A Ripple, Change the World" Kindness Action Competition?
Graduating high school seniors in the United States who have created or plan to create a community kindness project are eligible to apply.
What is the award amount?
The competition awards $1,000 to each selected winner, with 11 awards available.
How are applications evaluated?
Applications are judged based on the project's community impact, creativity, originality, long-term sustainability, and the quality of the applicant's essay.
