ALOHA JIGSAW FOUNDATION
CHALLENGE POEM & ESSAY CONTEST
Are you ready to share your story and make your voice heard? We invite you to participate in our Challenge Poem and Essay Contest designed for resilient teens between the ages of 15-18. This is your chance to express your thoughts, experiences, and dreams for a brighter future!
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CONTEST GUIDELINES
Eligibility Requirements
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Age
Participants must be between 15 and 18 years old.
Family Circumstances
You or your family must have experienced a life changing event that impacted you or your community.​
Residency
You must be a resident of Colorado, Hawaii or California. When funding allows, we will open up to all states in the USA. Proof of residency will be verified.
Original Work
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The essay must be written in your own words—no AI assistance or help from parents/adults. It should be handwritten in legible longhand print.
​Interview Process
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Selected finalists (up to 5) will undergo an interview with our team, from which two students will be chosen for the program. (Classes are limited to a maximum of 10 students.)​
Background Checks
All instructors will be background-checked by Goodenow Associates, a trusted local company in Hawaii.
Learn more about the contest
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Submission Instructions
All entries must be sent to alohajigsaw@gmail.com.
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Deadline: Submissions will close at midnight Hawaii Standard Time on... Please contact us. The school has not been built yet.
Content Guidelines: All submissions must be tasteful and refrain from profanity or any attacks against electrical or government agencies.
​Finalist Announcement:
Finalists will be announced in... The next round of the challenge will include a more advanced essay submission, details of which will be provided during the Challenge.
This is your opportunity to share your unique perspective, connect with others, and contribute to your community. Let your creativity shine—your words can inspire change and hope!
We can’t wait to read your submissions...
Essay Submission
​Length: 250 words
Content: Describe your experience of your life changing event, how it impacted your family, and your current situation regarding school, lifestyle, your parents' employment, and housing. Don’t forget to mention any organizations that helped you during this challenging time.
Poem Submission
Length: 7 sentences
Content: Write a poem expressing your thoughts on what could have helped you during that time of change.
