Everyday Champion Awards

Everyday Champion Awards (ECA)

Funder: National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)

Program Type: Awards recognizing educators, paraprofessionals, and service providers

Geographic Scope: United States

Overview

Annual awards honoring exceptional educators, paraprofessionals, and school-related service providers who demonstrate excellence in supporting students with learning disabilities (LD) and/or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in K-12 settings. The program recognizes professionals who build strong relationships with students and families to enhance success.

Award Categories (3 awards total)

1. K-5 Educator Award — $5,000 2. 6-12 Educator Award — $5,000 3. Paraprofessional & Direct-Service Provider Award — $5,000

Award Criteria

Winners exemplify excellence in:
• Personalizing learning for individual student needs
• Supporting student mental health
• Celebrating neurodiversity and different learning styles
• Creating inclusive and welcoming spaces for all learners
• Believing in the potential of all students
• Finding creative ways to engage students in learning

Eligibility

• Educators (general and special education)
• Paraprofessionals
• School-related service providers
• Must work with students with LD and/or ADHD in K-12 settings

Recognition

• Three award winners receive $5,000 each
• Celebration at NCLD's benefit event on December 5, 2024
• Spotlighting impactful work and contributions

Application Timeline

• Application Opens: August 10
• Application Deadline: September 30
• Winners Announced: December 5, 2024 (at NCLD benefit event)

Contact Information

• Email: info@ncld.org
• Phone: (301) 966-2234
• Address: 1930 18th St NW, Suite B2 PMB 2168, Washington, DC 20009
• Website: ncld.org/scholarships-awards/everyday-champion-award/