Thank you to all of the students who participated. We were deeply encouraged by the overwhelming response. Hundreds of students from across the country submitted thoughtful essays reflecting on faith, America’s founding, and the role the next generation will play in shaping our nation’s future. The quality of the submissions was exceptional, and our judges spent many hours carefully reviewing each essay.

2026 Contest Winners

• High School Winner — Crystal Konadu
• Middle School Winner — Jack Bodker

High School Honorable Mentions

• Jace Purcell
• Elizabeth Eversberg

Middle School Honorable Mentions

• Daniel Pinho-Levy
• Noelani Fohe

You can hear from the winners on our July 2nd and 3rd Family Talk broadcasts as they demonstrate the fruits of our conviction that America’s future rests on the strength of its families.