2025 Fauquier Juneteenth Contests

RECOGNIZING COMMUNITY HEROES

Nominations will be accepted from February 12, 2025 through May 15, 2025 for your local hero to be recognized at the Fauquier Juneteenth event.  Fauquier Juneteenth since inception has consistently recognized local heroes in previous years, celebrating individuals who have made significant contributions to the community. These local heroes embody the spirit of Juneteenth by promoting unity, equality, and positive change. Their diverse achievements span various fields, including education, activism, business, and community service. Fauquier Juneteenth's commitment to acknowledging and honoring these local heroes reflects its dedication to fostering a sense of pride, empowerment, and shared history within the community. Click here to nominate your community hero.

2024 Winners:     Dr. Major Warner, Mr. Duke Bland, Mrs. Taryn Weaver, Mrs. Maurita Washington McDuffie

2ND ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST for Juniors & High School Seniors - $500 Prize (Contest Entries Closed)

Launching February 1, 2025 in celebration of Black History Month. Prompt: Examine the role of African Americans in shaping labor movements in the United States. How have their contributions to different forms of work and advocacy for workers’ rights influenced broader social and economic systems? Submissions are due by April 1, 2025. Once received our community judges will go to work reading the beautiful inputs and the winner will be announced no later than April 15, 2025. The winning essay will be read on June 14, 2025 at the Annual Festival.

Please join us in thanking our community judges - Ms. Ednida Minor, Ms.Michelle Shanks, and Mr. Craig Riddle for their time and expertise.

2024 Winner: Rueaa Ebrahim

OTHER CONTESTS ANNOUNCED MONTHLY

The Hair Braiding, Spoken Word, and Mr. and Ms. Juneteenth contests will be considered for future years as the festival evolves.

Join us in celebrating the 2024 and previous winners here. 

For more information reach out to Jennifer Coates, Contest Coordinator at JenCoates41@gmail.com.