The President Gerald R. Ford Student Writing Challenge is now accepting submissions from 9-12th grade students in the United States to compete for a top prize of $2,500.

To enter, write a 500-750 word essay on the theme: In your life, what has prepared you to follow Gerald Ford’s example of answering the call to serve, especially if the call is unexpected?

CONGRATS to our 2024 Student Writing Challenge winners! Over 800 voices shared what “American citizen” means to them. We partnered with Meijer to award over $8,000 in cash prizes & Meijer gift cards.