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Announcing Scholarship Fund for the March of Remembrance

Dear friends:

         We would like to inform you of a Holocaust essay contest for students ages 11-18. Scholarships of $250, $200, and $150 will be awarded to three students who write essays demonstrating their understanding of issues related to the Holocaust.  The Murrieta March of Remembrance Scholarship fund exists to teach and empower students to become ambassadors to break the veil of silence surrounding the Holocaust so the horrors of prejudice, indifference, and genocide will never be repeated.  Contest participants need to Read a biography or autobiography of a Holocaust survivor.  Then, write a double-spaced essay of 3-5 pages on the questions listed, with a reference page at the end. Contestants will complete the attached application form and email it with their essay to janflournoy@gmail.com.

         The March of Remembrance, a memorial event held throughout the United States, is not just a commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day. It is a powerful initiative, a sister event to the March of Life in Europe, that aims to break the cycle of prejudice and indifference caused by antisemitism. By participating in the essay contest and attending the March of Remembrance, students can contribute to this important cause. We encourage you to motivate students to enter this significant essay contest. Entries must be submitted by April 12, 2026.  Scholarship recipients will receive their awards at the 2026 March of Remembrance commemoration on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 1:30- 4:30.

Sincerely,

Jan Flournoy

Jan Flournoy and the March of Remembrance Committee                        

            janflournoy@gmail.com    714-420-5205

MURRIETA MARCH OF REMEMBRANCE SCHOLARSHIP

(Scholarship awards of $250, $200, and $150)

Qualifications:

1. Age 11-18 years old

2. Will attend the March of Remembrance together with three friends or relatives

3. Complete your essay and email it with your application by the deadline, April 12, 2026

4. Your essay must be new work and not previously submitted for a class assignment.

Directions: Read a biography or autobiography of a Holocaust survivor.  Then, write a double-spaced essay of 3-5 pages on the following topics.  Please include a reference page at the end.  We highly respect the individuality and perspective of each essay contestant. Your unique insights and understanding of the topic, along with a good literary style, can make a significant impact on the reader.  These topics and questions should be helpful guidelines rather than a rubric. We look forward to reading your unique perspectives.

1. Summarize the Holocaust survivor’s story.

2. What political, economic, social, and other factors contributed to the Holocaust and affected this person’s life?  (you may use other references)

3. How does the story affect you and your life?

4. How can you apply what you learned to fight against antisemitism and the bigotry of all people?

Please submit the application and essay in PDF format to janflournoy@gmail.com by April 12, 2026. You will receive your award at the2026 March of Remembrance commemoration (Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 1:30- 4:30).

Application Form

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