New York State PTA's Susanne Smoller Commitment to Advocacy Youth Award gives $500 to one graduating senior who has shown real engagement advocating on issues such as HIV/AIDS awareness, LGBTQ+ rights, mental health, social justice, or substance use. You must attend a New York high school or BOCES program with an active PTA, PTSA, or SEPTA unit in good standing. The winner also receives an all-expenses-paid trip to NYS PTA's Legislative Summit and Lobby Day in Albany for themselves and one parent or guardian.
DemographicsMust attend a New York high school or BOCES program with an active PTA/PTSA/SEPTA unit in good standing; no personal PTA membership fee required.