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Harriet Miller Youth Leadership Award

Scholarship Application - $750.00

Deadline: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 - 11:59 p.m.

The Harriet Miller Youth Leadership Award is given to one outstanding youth in the Santa Barbara area in recognition of their leadership and community service. The Downtown Organization, in collaboration with the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department and Santa Barbara Youth Council, presents the Award in honor of former Mayor Harriet Miller’s contributions to local youth and youth leadership.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a high school senior in the Santa Barbara District.
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA. Verification may be required.
  • Minimum of 45 community service hours by the application deadline. Verification may be required.
  • Must be able to attend the Downtown Organization Annual Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 7:30 a.m.

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Full Address

Please complete the following questions in a 250 - 500 word personal essay.

1. What does leadership mean to you? What motivates you to be a leader?

2. What is an issue in the community you would like to prioritize with your leadership? How are you using your leadership to make an impact?

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By checking this box, I acknowledge that I must be available to attend the Downtown Organization Annual Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 7:30 a.m.

For questions, contact Nicole Morgan at NMorgan@SantaBarbaraCA.gov or 805-897-2582