The Humane Society Youth Club Award recognizes a youth club that has made a significant contribution to animal protection, such as direct work on behalf of animals, aiding in the passage of humane legislation, or educating others. The award consists of a certificate of recognition, a feature on HumaneTeen, and a collection of animal protection books.

To be eligible for the Humane Society Youth Club Award, you must 

• be a group of students in grades K-12.
• submit your application and supporting materials, along with a note or e-mail of advisor consent, by May 15, 2011.
• have made a meaningful, preferably long-term contribution to animal protection and express a sincere interest in protecting animals.

To apply, email us a couple of paragraphs of what your club has done at youth@humanesociety.org and write "HSY Club Award" in the subject line. Attach a few photos too!

Click below to read about previous winners! 

2010 winner: Great Valley High School Animal Protection Club of Malvern, Pennsylvania

2009 winner: Animal C.A.R.E. of San Diego, California

2008 winner: The Walking Catfish of Covington, Kentucky