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Untold Story Challenge

The Untold Story Challenge seeks to shine a light on America’s military kids and youth, “hidden helpers.” Through writing, drawing, film, photography, or any creative practice, hidden helpers are invited to share their experiences and showcase the strength, compassion, and hope that makes this community so special.

Who Can Participate?

  1. Military and veteran children and youth ages 24 and under
  2. Submissions from hidden helpers under age 18 must have a parent or guardian complete the contract/release form on their behalf.
Submit Your Story

How to Enter

  1. Respond to any of the following prompts: 
    1. What is something you want people to know about being part of a military or veteran family? 
    2. Tell us about a time you had to be brave for your family. 
    3. Tell us your favorite story or memory about your family. 
  2. Entries can be in the form of writing, drawing, film, photography, or any creative practice.  
  3. The deadline for submissions is January 20, 2023. 
  4. We’ll announce the winners and award some pretty sweet prizes in April 2023, in honor of April – Month of the Military Child.
  5. The submission portal will remain open after this initial deadline, as we want to encourage our community members to continue sharing their remarkable stories. 
Enter the Challenge

Do you know a military or veteran child or youth who is interested in sharing their story?

Encourage them to enter the Untold Story Challenge for a chance to win prizes and be featured by the Elizabeth Dole Foundation.

Learn More About Hidden Helpers

Together, we must recognize our nation’s hidden helpers who are providing an unseen, unrecognized, and unsupported national service.