Frequently Asked Questions
How many awards do we give out every year?
In our first year, we gave out three awards, and in 2025, 50 young women from the Edmonton Catholic School District and Edmonton Public School District will receive awards. To date, we have given out over 200 awards!
Is Shine Bright Be Fearless a registered charity?
Yes, we are! We are grateful to be partners with the YWCA.
Do you issue tax receipts for donations?
Yes, we do! To receive a tax receipt from YWCA, a minimum donation of $20 must be made.
Who runs this charity?
The Shine Bright Be Fearless committee is composed of 11 girls, with ages ranging from 7 years old to 22 years old. Each person plays an important role in making our charity run smoothly. We all collaborate on new ideas and work together to distribute awards.
I am an award recipient, but have yet to receive my award. What should I do?
Congratulations on your award! Please email us and include your name and school, and we will contact you as soon as possible to coordinate you receiving your award.
What malls do we work with?
We currently work with Southgate Centre for the Shine Bright Be Fearless award.
Is transportation provided to get to the malls?
Yes! We provide bus tickets when requested by the school administration.
Don't see the answer to your question on this page?
Please email us at shinebrightbefearlessaward@gmail.com with any questions or concerns that are not addressed on this page. We would be happy to help!
FROM OUR AWARD RECEIPENTS
I want to first of all thank you for this wonderful gift you've given me. This foundation you have created is a wonderful way to help young girls discover themselves and strive to be the best they can be. Personally, this award has made me feel like I didn't have to change much of myself to fit in among the other girls my age. It is important for girls transitioning to a different school to have a general understanding of themselves, and to know that they are special just the way they are. Everyone shines in their own way, but it's special when a person can shine so much so that their light is contagious among other people around them. This foundation can help so many girls grow into the leaders of tomorrow that we need.
FROM OUR AWARD RECEIPENTS
The Shine Bright Be Fearless family's sense of belonging and encouragement stood out to me the most. It wasn’t just an award, it was a reminder that my efforts are valued and that I’m part of something much bigger than myself. I’m incredibly grateful to be a part of a movement that encourages kindness, support, and fearlessness in the next generation of young women.
FROM OUR AWARD RECEIPENTS
First of all, I would like to say thank you all for the amazing award that was given to me. Receiving such kindness from the Shine Bright Be Fearless organization and from the teachers that nominated me, fills my heart with joy and bravery for the upcoming three years of high school. I will admit that I was very surprised when I got the letter saying I was chosen for this opportunity, but as much as I thought about it afterwards I began feeling proud of myself and all of the other girls that had been recognized for their hard work and perseverance throughout their time in junior high.
Shine Bright Be Fearless
Award
The Shine Bright Be Fearless award is given to 50 Edmonton based junior high students yearly.
The Shine Bright Be Fearless award consists of a $300.00 gift card at Southgate Mall. Recipients receive a gift box filled with beautiful “in” items such as Hillberg & Berk sparkle ball earrings, bath bombs, journals, bus passes and a handmade certificate with their name from our Shine Bright Be Fearless committee.
The shopping day includes the help of a stylist and committee members, as well as a Starbucks delivered as they shop!!
What’s in the 2025 award?
$300 gift card + 2025 Box: Hillberg and Berk earrings, reusable starbucks cup, LuluLemon reusable small bag, SBBF wooden memorabilia, Rio De Janeiro spray, EOS lipbalm, Hemp lotion, Toothbrush, floss, nail files, kleenex, pencil pouch with school supplies, notebook, claw clip, scrunchie, Sephora lip gloss, perfume, Joni products, grace & stella eye masks