Yours Humanly is an organization of compassionate individuals who value and appreciate the good that thousands of children across the country do for others. Children who perform acts of goodness are making a difference in the lives of others, and we must encourage them, through recognition and positive feedback, to continue to do what they can to ease life’s journey for those who struggle.
For this reason, we created a first of its kind award that recognizes children across America for their outstanding acts of goodness.
CHILDREN HAVE THE POWER TO EMPOWER℠ AWARD
The Children Have the Power to Empower℠ Award showcases children and their outstanding acts of goodness in a meaningful way, and gives them a platform to connect, share their stories, and see what others are doing to make a difference. The award is given quarterly, and there may be multiple recipients each quarter. Those chosen as award recipients will receive a personalized certificate and medal, and will be profiled on the Yours Humanly website and YouTube channel, and through social media.
MISSION
To recognize children, 17 years of age and younger, for their outstanding acts of goodness, and encourage them, through recognition and positive feedback, to continue to do what they can to ease life’s journey for those who struggle.
VISION
To help create a kinder, more compassionate world by teaching children to believe in the value of goodness and selfless service to humanity.
NOMINATION AND JUDGING PERIODS
During a three-month Nomination Period, an adult may nominate a child who he or she feels is deserving of the Children Have the Power to Empower℠ Award. The Nominee must be 15 years of age or younger and must have played a major role in creating, implementing, and carrying out the initiative that has made a difference in the lives of others. Nominations must be made within one year of the act of goodness.
The Nomination Period will be followed by a month-long Judging Period, during which time a panel of distinguished judges will review all submissions for that quarter and make final award recipient decisions.
| Nomination Period | Judging Period | Awards Announced |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 – March 31 | April 1 – April 30 | On or before May 15 |
| April 1 – June 30 | July 1 – July 31 | On or before August 15 |
| July 1 – September 30 | October 1 – October 31 | On or before November 15 |
| October 1 – December 31 | January 1 – January 31 | On or before February 15 |