From the Democracy Defenders Fund:
Introducing The Future of Democracy Prize!
Democracy Defenders Fund is launching a national competition inviting young Americans (ages 18–30) to answer a defining question:
What will it take for U.S. democracy not only to survive—but to thrive?
At a time of rising authoritarianism, disinformation, and polarization, we’re looking for bold, forward-looking ideas that strengthen democratic resilience for decades to come.
- Open to essays, visual art, video, and more
- Submit a 350-word abstract by April 30
- Selected finalists will be invited to complete their project
- Finalists receive a $1,000 honorarium and national recognition
- Winning work published in a national anthology
This is a nonpartisan, big-tent invitation to imagine the future of American democracy. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Purchase/Contribution is not necessary to enter or win. Void where prohibited. Promotion ends April 30, 2026. Approx. value of prize package: $1000. Subject to Official Rules & restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Democracy Defenders Fund, 600 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 15180, Washington, DC 20003.