Power of Children Awards: Making a difference Introduction Award Criteria Nomination Process Rules for Participation Selection Nomination Form 2005 Award Winners 2006 Award Winners 2007 Award Winners   Award Criteria The following criteria will be used in reviewing and evaluating applications: Need What need did the nominee address? How did the nominee recognize the need? What motivated the nominee to create this activity/project? Why did the nominee believe the activity/project was important? Achievement In order to meet the need, what did the nominee do that was extraordinary? What significant event occurred that the nominee was responsible for? How much time was committed to the project/activity? What unique challenges were overcome to achieve success? Did the nominee raise funds and if so, in what amount? Impact What difference was made because of the nominee’s project? How many people benefited or were affected? What was the length of time of the project/activity? Further Empowerment What plans does the nominee have to sustain the activity if provided with additional resources? How would these resources be used to gain additional support to sustain his or her efforts? The Power of Children Awards established by: Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Trust With additional support from:

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