About this opportunity
The Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award recognizes young leaders who use sports to drive social change, inclusion, and leadership. It offers national recognition and funding opportunities, including a scholarship or grant for selected honorees, and leadership development experiences for finalists at the national level as well as opportunities for regional honorees.
Benefits & funding
National honorees receive national recognition, mentorship, leadership development experiences, and a $10,000 scholarship or grant; regional honorees receive leadership opportunities and a $2,500 scholarship or grant.
Eligibility
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents aged 16–25, enrolled as high school, college, or graduate students, with a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliated with their work and US-based impact.
How to apply
Applications may be submitted directly by the nominee or by a nonprofit organization on behalf of the nominee.
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