Profile in Courage Essay Contest
John F. Kennedy Library Foundation
Award Amount: $10,000
Deadline: 2027-01-16
Location: Not specified
Minimum GPA: Not specified
Grade Level: 9; 10; 11; 12
Overview
The Profile in Courage Essay Contest, sponsored by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation, invites high school students to write an essay on an act of political courage by a U.S. elected official. The contest was established to encourage students to explore the concept of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in his Pulitzer Prize-winning book, 'Profiles in Courage.' It serves as a tribute to President Kennedy and challenges the next generation to understand the importance of integrity and courage in public service.