Key facts
- Type
- Competition
- Deadline
- 8/1/2026
In short
Her Colorado is a video contest for Colorado students to honor women's history. The submission deadline is August 1, 2026, with cash prizes available.
Her Colorado: Stories Across 8 Regions (Student Video Contest)
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$1,750
Total prize money
$1,000
Grand prize
Colorado students (6th grade-undergraduate)
Eligibility
August 01, 2026
Submission deadline
March 26, 2027
Induction Gala
Overview
Her Colorado: Stories Across 8 Regions invites students in Colorado, from 6th grade through their final year of undergraduate study, to produce an original video. The core challenge involves creating a 2-5 minute video that recognizes a Colorado Women's Hall of Fame (CWHF) inductee from one of Colorado's eight distinct regions. This competition serves as a commemorative event for Colorado's 150th anniversary. It aims to highlight and celebrate the significant contributions of women who have played pivotal roles in shaping the state's historical narrative and its communities. Participants have the opportunity to win cash prizes, with the top three entries receiving monetary awards. Furthermore, finalists will be granted attendance to the prestigious CWHF Induction Gala, where their work will be prominently displayed.
What to build
Create a 2-5 minute original video honoring a Colorado Women's Hall of Fame (CWHF) inductee from one of Colorado's 8 regions.
Prizes
Grand Prize
Opportunity to attend the CWHF Induction Gala on March 26, 2027, where video will be showcased on stage.
$1,000
Runner-Up
Opportunity to attend the CWHF Induction Gala on March 26, 2027, where video will be showcased on stage.
$500
Third Place
Opportunity to attend the CWHF Induction Gala on March 26, 2027, where video will be showcased on stage.
$250
Key dates
- Submission DeadlineAugust 01, 2026
- CWHF Induction GalaMarch 26, 2027
Eligibility
Colorado students from 6th grade through their last year of undergraduate study are eligible. This includes high school students and bachelor's degree students.
Submission requirements
- Original video
- Video length between 2-5 minutes