On 7 May 2024, the Executive Committee considered and approved a formal proposal to create the NSSAR Youth Video Contest as a full National level program. In addition, the Youth Video Contest Committee was established to administer the program. Upon achieving their goal, the Task Force was dissolved and this Chairman would like to thank each of the members (as well as non-members) for their hard work and support in making this new youth contest a reality.

At this time, the Youth Video Contest Committee encourages each of the State Societies to establish and administer a Youth Video Contest. A tool kit is being prepared with documents and materials necessary to build a program. Help is available.

During a recent Zoom meeting, the contest rules were reviewed, amended, and updated. Some essential changes include:

  • Contestants have been expanded to include all Middle School and High School students (6th – 12th grade)
  • Entries may be submitted by a single contestant or by a group.
  • Video length: 3 – 5 minutes
  • Language regarding original content, copyright infringement, plagiarism, and Artificial Intelligence has been expanded.
  • Prizes for the 2024-2025 school year:
    1. First Place: $1500
    2. Second Place: $500
    3. The First Place winner will receive a stipend of up to $1500 to reimburse travel to the NSSAR National Congress
    4. Cash awards greater than $600 may be received as a scholarship with the completion of appropriate tax documents.
  • The deadline for submission at the National level is 15 February.

Lapel pins are available at the bronze level for $100 and the silver level for $250. Donations should be sent directly to Headquarters and designated to benefit the Youth Video Contest.