2025 Student Voice of Mental Health Award winners Rohan Satija and Nora Sun, and JED CEO John MacPhee attend the 2025 JED gala. Photo by Priyanca Rao.
Each year, The Jed Foundation (JED) honors one high school student and one college student for doing outstanding work to create communities of care in their schools. Student Voice of Mental Health Award recipients are advocates raising mental health awareness by leading thoughtful, impactful initiatives; increasing connection and belonging; encouraging their peers to reach out for help; and building support systems for youth mental health and suicide prevention in their school or campus communities.
Award winners receive:
- A $3,000 cash scholarship
- A trip to New York City to receive the award at JED’s annual gala on June 3, 2026
- Recognition on JED’s website and social media platforms
- Ongoing opportunities to collaborate with JED
The 2026 Student Voice of Mental Health Awards application period begins on Monday, January 26, and ends at 8:00 p.m. ET on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Eligible applicants must be based in the United States, including the District of Columbia. Eligible high school applicants must be currently enrolled juniors or seniors 16 years of age or older. Eligible undergraduate applicants must be currently enrolled sophomores, juniors, or seniors. See the official 2026 Student Voice of Mental Health Award scholarship rules. Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Learn about our 2025 winners, Rohan Satija and Nora Sun.
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