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On Saturday, May 16, we will host the first-ever SWAG Kids Choice Awards at Heart of West Michigan United Way from 2:00–5:00 PM. This youth-led event will celebrate young leaders ages 13–24 across Grand Rapids and is being planned and produced by our Youth Leadership Council.

This event is not just for youth, it is built by youth. Through our Youth Leadership Council, young people help plan, design, and lead every aspect of the event while gaining real-world skills in leadership, project management, and public speaking.  

Get tickets

: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/swag-kids-choice-awards-2026-tickets-1985217556151?aff=oddtdtcreator

 Submit nominations: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHHyXrnkmiZ7kH8Qxva54MqrAdOhGZF24IUgzxsUVf16lG6Q/viewform?usp=header

Award Categories

Game Changer Award (Sports)

 Scholar on the Rise Award (Academic)

 Overcoming Hardship Award

 Community Service Award

 Leadership & Innovation Award