JANUARY 2026 AWARD PROGRAM

Lifting Young Voices, One Story at a Time

Meet Our

Barry Estates, #1 Real Estate Team as ranked by The Wall Street Journal

As seen on Daily News, NBC, U.S. News & World Report and TIME

Susan Perkins, Director Donor Engagement

San Diego Habitat for Humanity; San Diego Women’s Foundation Board of Directors

Christina Milligan, Attorney

Terry Wright, Lifestyle Brand Creator — Better Times Clothing

Jazmin Steele, Author & Founder of SheRise Total Wellness

Tyree Davis, Behavior Specialist

Nancy Restrepo-Wilson, Director of Social Services

We extend our deepest gratitude to our program partners:

Father Joe’s Villages

Our Judges

Birds Vision Photography

Roxanne Cota Desserts and Pastries

All Donors and Supporters

Parents and guardians

Most importantly, we thank our young authors for trusting us with their stories.