JANUARY 2026 AWARD PROGRAM
Lifting Young Voices, One Story at a Time
Meet Our
YOUNG AUTHORS
2026 Award Program Participant
2026 Award Program Participant
2026 Award Program Participant
2026 Award Program Participant
2026 Award Program Participant
2026 Award Program Participant
Meet Our Sponsors
Isaac Wright, Real Estate Agent
Barry Estates, #1 Real Estate Team as ranked by The Wall Street Journal
Brian Marsh, The Potential Coach
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
Meet Our Judges
Christina Milligan, Attorney
Terry Wright, Lifestyle Brand Creator — Better Times Clothing
Jazmin Steele, Author & Founder of SheRise Total Wellness
Tyree Davis, Behavior Specialist
Thank You to Our Partners
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.