John, The 2025 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards scholarship application deadline is quickly approaching! Applications must be received by January 17th at 11:59 p.m. PST. |
This year's awards ceremony will take place on May 8th at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. We will honor:
- (1) Barrie Fiske National Youth Advocate of the Year ($10,000 scholarship)
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(1) Group Youth Advocates of the Year ($2,500 grant)
Past recipients have demonstrated extraordinary passion and creativity in advocating for effective tobacco prevention policies in their communities. From rallying peers to testifying before local government and state legislatures, they have been on the front lines calling for change. Award recipients and finalists have received additional leadership opportunities uplifted by the Barrie Fiske Youth Leadership Fund, which fosters a new generation of advocates to counter the tobacco industry’s influence and spread the truth about smoking, vaping and nicotine addiction.
Learn more about the Youth Advocates of the Year Awards and previous winners >> Adult allies: Share this opportunity with the young leaders you know. Encourage them to apply, and consider providing a letter of recommendation. Best, |
