Thank you for your interest in nominating a young person for the 10<20 Youth Impact Awards, presented by Memphis Parent. This award celebrates youth and young adults who strive to impact their community through school, business, leadership, or service, by committing themselves to changing the lives of others for the better.
Nominations open December 8, 2025, and will be accepted for K-12 students. The deadline for submissions is February 1, 2026. Questions? Email erika@memphisparent.com.
If selected as an award recipient, the nominee will receive recognition and a highlight in the 2026 summer issue of Memphis Parent (released in May). With so many young people making phenomenal change in the world, please share as much information about the nominee's change-making impact that will assist in voting the top 10 standouts for 2026.
Selected finalists must be able to participate in a photo shoot (early March 2026) for Memphis Parent. Finalists will be contacted via email in early February (please double-check email addresses for accuracy) with additional award details and date for photo shoot. Thank you for your participation!