Stop the Hate Essay Contest (Grade 6-10)

Maltz Museum
APPLICATION CLOSED FOR 2025. CHECK BACK FOR 2026 APPLICATION. Open to Northeast Ohio students in Grades 6 - 10. A 500-word-or-less essay contest asking students to reflect on bias they have witnessed, experienced, or learned about; then share what they have done or will do in response.

Top awards for Grades 6- 10:
1st Place winners in each grade: $400 cash prize
Runner Up in each grade: $100 cash prize
Qualifications:
Award Amount:
$100-$400
Deadline:
January 9, 2025
Website: https://www.maltzmuseum.org/learn/stop-the-hate-contest/#essay-writing