Lincoln Day Speech Contest

1^st Place: $1,500

2^nd Place: $1,000

3^rd Place: $500

Speech Theme

Faith's Role in Shaping My American Dream

Faith plays an integral role in the quest for the American Dream. It provides a moral and ethical framework that encourages hard work, honesty, and community involvement, all of which are foundational to the American ethos of success through merit. Faith instills resilience, offering hope and strength in the face of adversity, which is vital for overcoming the hurdles on the path to personal achievement. How does your Faith guide you in pursuit of Your American Dream?

Timeline

• Application and Speech Video Delivery Deadline – Friday March 14, 2025, 8:00 pm
• Three finalists notified Friday March 21, 2025
• Spokane County Republican Party Lincoln Day Gala – Friday May 2, 2025, 6:00 pm

Details

1. Open to students, grades 9-12 (Private, Public, or Home School)
2. Speech Length – 3 minutes
3. Applicants complete an online form that includes an uploaded video of his or her speech presentation
4. Finalists must be able to attend the Lincoln Day Gala on Friday May 2, 2025. A ticket for each finalist will be provided.
   1. Tickets for Family Members available at a discounted price
   2. Finalists and Family Members who purchase tickets will receive VIP access at no additional charge
5. The finalists will present their speech at the Lincoln Day Gala event and the audience will vote to determine 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd place winners