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COMMUNITY SERVICE CONTEST
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DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 25, 2020
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Do you want a chance to showcase the great work taking
place in your community, receive well-deserved recognition
and win a cash prize to continue your service?
Whether volunteering as mentors for younger students or beautifying your hometown, your
actions make a big difference in your community. The 2020 Youth Council Community Service
Contest, sponsored by the Florida League of Cities, showcases youth council projects that
address a local need. > MORE INFO
FLC
FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES
Application Rules—
The application packet must include:
t. A written description, in 500 words or less,that includes:
> Why the project was needed in your community.
> What the project entailed.
> Your objectives. If they were met, describe how.
> How the project helped the residents you served and impacted the community in general.
> How the project impacted your youth council.
Letter of recommendation from the mayor, a member of the council/commission or city manager.
Your nomination will NOT be scored if missing any of the above.
Feel free to include up to five pages of supportive materials (such as photos from the project,
newspaper articles and letters of recommendation).
The contest is open only to youth councils sponsored by a city, town or village government that is a
member of the Florida League of Cities.
The deadline for entries is Wednesday, March 25, 2020.
Judging will be based entirely on the youth council's submitted entry.The judges' decision is final.
All material received becomes the property of the Florida League of Cities, with permission to use
it perpetually and universally, in any manner deemed appropriate by the League,with no additional
compensation beyond the award money presented to the winner.
Submission
All work must be submitted through an online form available at flcities.com/resources/youth-
councils.You will receive confirmation of submission.
Submissions that are emailed or mailed will not be judged.
Announcement of Winners
Winners will be announced in May 2020. Five projects will be selected as winners. Winners will:
> Be showcased on the League's website and social media platforms.
> Be recognized in press announcements and the League's Quality Cities magazine.
> Be recognized at the League's annual conference youth council program in August.
> Receive a monetary award of $250 and trophy/plaque.
The League reserves the right not to award all prizes in any of the categories.
For more information, contact Eryn Russell at erussell(a>flcities.com.