Contest Details: Two (2) Divisions: Youth (Ages 12 - 18); Adult (19+) Entry Requirements: Submit a one-minute video & a 150-word essay by March 31, 2026. The video must be in MP4 or MOV format, under one minute, and the essay written in English. Theme: “ Coming to America ”: While many came here to seek economic opportunity, political freedom, or the " American Dream ", we are interested in your personal motivations. What specific goals or circumstances led you to America?" Submission Instructions: Digital files (not YouTube links) should be sent to Silicon Valley Community Media (SVCM). Submission Period: January 15 to March 31, 2025. Contest Rules: Open to independent journalists, ethnic media, video creators, event organizers, and civic organizations in the U.S. Content must be original and relevant to the theme. Use of external material requires proper permissions. By entering, participants grant SVCM permission to distribute videos across various media platforms. Judging will focus on inspiration, storyline, creativity, and technical skills. The Judging Committee's decision is final. Judging & Awards: Prizes: 1st Prize (2); 2nd Prizes (2); 3rd Prizes (2); People’s Choice (2). Judging Criteria: Inspirational content (3 pts), storyline (3 pts), creativity (2 pts), and production/technical skills (2 pts), evaluated on a 10-point scale. Note: Please fill out each required question. If you didn't answer, your entry may not be judged. Thank you!

This Video Contest is open to all independent journalists, influencers, content creators, organizations, and everyone desiring to share Asian American stories. Categories of contestants Youth: 12–18 years of age. Adult: 18 years old and above. What to Tell and How to Tell Stories: America is a country of immigrants. It is our diversity that makes our country great. Every immigrant has an interesting story to tell. All of us have a unique perspective that shapes how we see and relate to America. Whether we are considered “successful” or not, we have lots of stories to share, to teach, to learn, and to inspire. After all, “My gift to America” in America

For Contestants

Share your story with millions of audiences.
Engage with acclaimed filmmakers & influential community leaders.
Get a ticket (worth $150) to the award ceremony.
Win $5,000 (total $ 20,000) in grants for your future production.
Win a UCA sponsored trip to Las Vegas.
First 20 submissions will receive Asian American Stories T-shirt.

JUDGING CRITERIA
Contest Details: Two (2) Divisions: Youth (Ages 12 - 18); Adult (19+)
- Entry Requirements: Submit a one-minute video & a 150-word essay by March 31, 2026. The video must be in MP4 or MOV format, under one minute, and the essay written in English.
- Theme: “Coming to America”: While many came here to seek economic opportunity, political freedom, or the "American Dream", we are interested in your personal motivations. What specific goals or circumstances led you to America?"
- Submission Instructions: Digital files (not YouTube links) should be sent to Silicon Valley Community Media (SVCM).
Submission Period: January 15 to March 31, 2025.

Contest Rules:
- Open to independent journalists, ethnic media, video creators, event organizers, and civic organizations in the U.S.
- Content must be original and relevant to the theme. Use of external material requires proper permissions.
- By entering, participants grant SVCM permission to distribute videos across various media platforms.
- Judging will focus on inspiration, storyline, creativity, and technical skills. The Judging Committee's decision is final.
Judging & Awards:
- Prizes: 1st Prize (2); 2nd Prizes (2); 3rd Prizes (2); People’s Choice (2).
- Judging Criteria: Inspirational content (3 pts), storyline (3 pts), creativity (2 pts), and production/technical skills (2 pts), evaluated on a 10-point scale.
Note: Please fill out each required question. If you didn't answer, your entry may not be judged. Thank you!

HOW TO ENTER
This Video Contest is open to all independent journalists, influencers, content creators, organizations, and everyone desiring to share Asian American stories.

Categories of contestants
- Youth: 12–18 years of age.
- Adult: 18 years old and above.
What to Tell and How to Tell Stories:

America is a country of immigrants. It is our diversity that makes our country great. Every immigrant has an interesting story to tell. All of us have a unique perspective that shapes how we see and relate to America.
Whether we are considered “successful” or not, we have lots of stories to share, to teach, to learn, and to inspire. After all, “My gift to America” in America