Secondary School Essay Contest
Funding Amount
$300 (first place), $200 (second place), $100 (third place)
Deadline
December 31, 2026
95 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- December 31, 2026
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: December
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
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Eligible organizations
- Secondary school students in Boulder Valley Schools
Other requirements
- Students must choose a non-landmarked building (house, commercial, spiritual, or agricultural structure)
- Essay must explain why the chosen building is important and why it should be protected
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: Buildings already landmarked at National, State, or Local level are not eligible
Overview
Secondary School Essay Contest
Funder: Historic Boulder Inc (Boulder, CO)
Geographic Scope: Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) students
Purpose: To showcase the writing, creative and research skills of secondary school students in Boulder Valley Schools using essay themes drawn from Boulder history. Students are encouraged to discover how exploring Boulder's past can deepen understanding of the present and help plan for the future.
Focus Areas: Boulder County history, architecture, and historic preservation
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How to Apply
Application Requirements
Essay Guidelines:
1. Select a non-landmarked building in Boulder County (house, commercial, spiritual, or agricultural structure)
2. Research and include the following information:
- Address of the building
- Architectural style
- Year built
- Other interesting historical facts
3. Write an essay explaining:
- Why the building is important to you personally
- Why it should be protected/preserved
4. Attach a photo or drawing of your selected building as part of the submission
Submission Materials:
Theme Examples (past contests):
What Historic Boulder Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990 filing, 2022 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
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- 1
- Total given
- $5,736
- Median grant
- $5,736
- By dollars: Colorado 100%. Top recipient cities: Boulder, CO.
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