Posted on February 27, 2012
Deadline: April 1, 2012

World of Children Awards Invites Nominations of Global Changemakers for Children

The World of Children Awards recognizes individuals who are changing the lives of children in the United States and abroad. Nominations are now invited for the 2012 awards.

The award program is dedicated to dramatically improving children's lives by identifying and recognizing extraordinary individuals who have created proven, sustainable nonprofit programs serving children in need and awarding cash grants to advance their work.

The 2012 awards will be granted in three categories:

The World of Children Youth Award will provide up to $25,000 to a young person under the age of 21 who is making extraordinary contributions to the lives of other children. This person must have been doing this work for three years and have created a sustainable program they plan to continue to lead.

The World of Children Humanitarian Award will provide up to $50,000 to an individual who has made a significant contribution to children in social services, education, or humanitarian services. This person will have created or managed a sustainable program that has significantly contributed to children's opportunities to be safe, to learn, and to grow.

The World of Children Health Award will provide up to $50,000 to an individual who has made a significant contribution to children in the fields of health, medicine, or the sciences. This person will have created or managed a sustainable program that has significantly contributed to the health and well-being of children.

Nominees for the humanitarian and health awards must have been working on behalf of children over and above their normal employment and have been engaged in their efforts for a minimum of ten years.

Award nominations are open to individuals from every country in the world. The call for nominations is available in English, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish.

Visit the World of Children Awards Web site for complete program guidelines, nomination materials, and information on previous awardees.

Contact:
Link to Complete RFP

Primary Subject: Children and Youth
Geographic Funding Area: National

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