Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

April 20, 2026

12 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Drug Awareness Speech Contest

Geographic Scope: Texas (all Districts)

Overview: Youth contest where students research and gain knowledge on the social ramifications of substance abuse. This is one of three main contests sponsored by Texas Lions' Opportunity for Youth program.

Eligibility: Open to high school students who meet qualification requirements for this contest.

Key Information:

  • Students may enter multiple contests as long they meet qualifications for each

  • Part of Texas Lions Opportunity for Youth program

  • Contest held online to provide youth from all Texas Districts an opportunity to compete
  • Important Dates:

  • Application Deadline: Monday, April 20, 2026 (postmark deadline)

  • Orientation: Saturday, May 9, 2026 – Via Zoom

  • Contest: Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Via Zoom

  • Awards Luncheon: May 30, 2026 – Odessa, Texas
  • Contact:

  • State Chairperson: Lion Abel Martinez, MD2 OFY Chair

  • Phone: 210-823-5681

  • Email: Lion Abel Martinez
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Contact your local Lions Club to inform them of your participation
    2. Complete required forms:
    - Common Contest Application Form
    - Code of Conduct Agreement
    - Medical Power of Attorney Form
    3. Submit by deadline: Monday, April 20, 2026 (postmark deadline)
    4. Chaperone Guidelines: If providing a chaperone, fill out Chaperone Guidelines form
    5. Winning contestants at state level will need to resubmit all required forms

      Required Materials

    • Common Contest Application Form
    • Code of Conduct Agreement
    • Medical Power of Attorney Form
    • Chaperone Guidelines (if applicable)

      Contact

    • State Chairperson: Lion Abel Martinez
    • Phone: 210-823-5681
    • Email: Lion Abel Martinez

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    youth-programsaddiction-recovery

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