Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards
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- Award
- $36,000 award for education and/or philanthropic initiative, with recipient choosing allocation and Federation philanthropic advisers explaining financial options.
- Timeline
- Jan 7, 2027Application
- Dec 20Time/time zone not stated. Nomination optional, 26 (exact day not stated). Published semifinalist/finalist notification schedules conflict
- May 20Awards notified late 27. Required San Francisco award events August 2027, exact dates pending.
- How to apply
- Teen completes online application with short personal/project/Jewish-identity/impact/fundraising/volunteer/outreach/sustainability responses, generally up to 150 words. Optional supporting attachments max four/ten total pages, no transcripts; include budget if project has income/expenses. Nomination and initial recommendation letters not required; semifinalists provide project update and three reference contacts. Authentic own responses; AI thought-partner assistance allowed but generated submitted writing may disqualify.
- What you'll need
- An essay
- Who can apply
- Jewish teens ages 15-19 on January 7, 2027, residing and leading project from 50 U.S. states; global beneficiaries allowed. Current substantial measurable leadership on one project, volunteering without compensation. Only one award per project; co-leaders apply separately. Sibling of recipient in preceding five years ineligible. School grade and financial need are not criteria.
- Good to know
- Recipients agree to August 2027 San Francisco events up to four days, one or two filming/photography days in June/July, and ongoing updates/contact. Programme timeline, FAQ and preview give conflicting semifinalist/finalist notification months.
- Details
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