ReachOut Reelz *usa age 13-24 only*

https://apps.facebook.com/contestshq/contests/138650
Grand Prize

• Win $500
  
• Exposure on ReachOut.com and social media pages
  
• Video will be showcased at the National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health Conference in Washington, D.C.
  

2nd Prize

• Win $250
  
• Exposure on ReachOut.com and social media pages
  
• Video will be showcased at the National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health Conference in Washington, D.C.
  

3rd Prize

• Win $100
  
• Exposure on ReachOut.com and social media pages
  
• Video will be showcased at the National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health Conference in Washington, D.C.
  

Contest Instructions

Introduction:
The Inspire USA Foundation, in collaboration with AIR (American Institutes for Research), Youth MOVE, SAMSHA (The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration), are hosting ‘ReachOut Reelz’- a short digital video contest! We are calling out to youth across America to create a short digital video to help their peers to get through tough times, and lead happier lives!
Entries:
This competition is open to all youth aged 13 to 24 years old. Entries are limited to one video per person.
Why share?
The purpose of the ReachOut Reelz contest is to remind ourselves and each other that there are always solutions to our tough times, positive ways to bounce back from challenges and to move forward in our lives with positivity. Consider your inspirational digital video an incredible gift to countless young people!
Theme:
This competition is all about tapping into your artistic ingenuity to promote positive messages about mental health. The focus of your short video should be about HOW people can get through the tough times we all face in life. Remember to focus on how to help young people get through tough times, and NOT so much on the tough time itself. This is your chance to inspire the world!
Must Haves
Not to cramp your artistic style, but there are a few guidelines to follow.
Make sure your film has the following:

• Your video should be between 30 seconds to 90 seconds in length.
  

• A positive mental health message
  

• Your video should creatively incorporate the words Reach Out, or, the ReachOut brand.
  

• Inspire viewers to help themselves, and their peers during tough times.
  

• We welcome all kinds of videos. We ask that you use original content or content that you have permission to use.
  

• A focus on people aged 13-24, and all project leads must be aged 13-24.
  

• Signed release forms from all persons or organizations necessary for the use of their identifications or images in your Submission.
  

• If you chose to use music, use original music, license-free music, or music for which you have secured all necessary rights and releases.
  

• We DO NOT want details that might be ‘triggering’ for others (provide ideas for self harm and the suggestion that self harm is acceptable), i.e. – depictions or descriptions that romanticize suicide, self harm, weight loss, eating disorders, etc… We’re not saying these aren’t valid issues – far from it. All we’re saying is that if these topics are in your film, then your character or subject needs to dwell on the positive side of things – meaning how your character or subject got through the tough time, and what they learned they could do to cope.Prize Eligibility
  Only persons residing in United States who are between 13 and 24 years of age can enter.
  Contest Starts
  July 14, 2011 @ 11:39 am (PDT)
  Contest Ends
  September 16, 2011 @ 12:00 pm (PDT)
  Need more Details?
  Read the Official Rules
  About the Company
  Inspire’s mission is to help millions of young people lead happier lives. Working directly with teens and young adults, Inspire USA designs and delivers innovative technology-based services that promote mental... [more]