Shine A Light On Award 2026
Shine A Light On Antisemitism Civic Courage Award
Nominations for 2026 are now closed
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Honoring Courage. Countering Hate.
The 2026 Shine A Light on Antisemitism Civic Courage Award, powered by The Jewish Education Project, honors individuals who exemplify taking action against antisemitism and towards countering hate across nine categories, including Middle School Educators, High School Educators, High School Students, University Students, Influencers, Gamers, University Educators/Administrators, Campus Jewish Professionals, and Community Upstanders. This award recognizes individuals in the USA or Canada who exemplify upstanding citizenship in taking action against antisemitism often through expanded allyship and compassion. Award recipients will have made a thoughtful and lasting impact in their communities, regardless of size.
Award recipients, up to two individuals or teams in each category, will receive a $2,000 prize and national recognition for their impactful work.
What Makes a Strong Nominee?
- Promoting an appreciation for Jewish identity, values, or culture
- Deepening or maintaining interfaith partnerships and understanding
- Implementing projects and initiatives that celebrate diversity and counter hate and antisemitism
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Past Award Recipients
2025 Winners: Meet the 2025 award recipients →
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2023 Winners: Meet the 2023 award recipients →
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Questions? Email civiccourageawards@jewishedproject.org