"We are thrilled to amplify even more incredible stories of military kid courage, resilience, and strength during our third annual Courageous Kids Contest," said Kara Dallman, OMK Executive Director and U.S. Navy Veteran. "These children are going above and beyond in their communities, homes, schools, and activities while facing a parent's deployment or recovery with such grace and resolve. Help us lift up their voices by nominating an extraordinary military child by March 24!"

Through March 24, 2023, parents, teachers, coaches, and other community members are encouraged to nominate a military child or teen (ages 3-18) who, in the past year, has had a parent deployed with the National Guard or Reserve, or in recovery from post-9/11, combat-related injuries.

Winners will each receive:

• A $300 cash stipend,
• A personalized award certificate,
• Their story shared across OMK's digital and print platforms throughout April's Month of the Military Child.

Up to 13 winners will be selected representing each U.S. military service branch including National Guard and Reserve, and a Hidden Helper Hero Award will be presented to a military child who has been impacted by the caregiving duties of a parent in recovery.

Nominate a military child or teen in your community at: ourmilitarykids.org/contest

Our Military Kids recognizes the sacrifice of children of deployed National Guard, deployed Reserve, or post-9/11, combat-injured Veterans with extracurricular activity grants that build children's self-confidence, enhance family wellness, and strengthen a shared sense of community. Since 2004, Our Military Kids has given more than 81,000 activity grants worth $31 million. Learn more at ourmilitarykids.org.

SOURCE Our Military Kids