MIYA (Most Influential Youth Award) 2026

Schedule

Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Avalon Manor Banquet Center | Merrillville, IN

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Highlighting the youth in our region that's climbing the ladder and making a difference at an early age. This will be an exciting weekend! With a free Teen Summit on 5/16 and an award ceremony for the youth on 5/17. We are giving the youth an opportunity to shine and let us know why they're the most influential youth of 2026. Whether you're making straight A's, making a difference in your community/school or building a business we want you to know we see your efforts. We've expanded our categories to include the most influential athlete, student of the arts, entrepreneur, community activist/volunteer. Submit your essay and let us know why you're the most influential youth of 2026. There are two categories. The most influential teen 9th-12th grade and the most influential youth 5th-8th grade. The winner in each category will cash prizes, donations, and other gifts as well. Applications due February 15, 2026 @11:59pm
Submit your application by clicking the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdcqaIlBLcI5JiToVJfzP8Y_oOZU50mMIBm9AP7rCURP5Q2Fg/viewform?usp=publish-editor
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Avalon Manor Banquet Center, 3550 E Lincoln Hwy, Merrillville, IN 46410-5830, United States

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