We believe awareness starts with real people sharing real stories.
Real Voices. Real Impact. is an honorarium program created to amplify lived experiences with food allergies and asthma—whether you're the one living with a diagnosis or someone supporting a loved one who is.
This is not your typical scholarship. It’s a $100 honorarium awarded to individuals willing to share their story to raise awareness, build empathy, and promote safety.
Who Can Share
We welcome submissions from:
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Individuals living with food allergies or asthma
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Siblings, parents, grandparents, friends, caregivers, and others with personal experience supporting someone with allergies
If you’ve lived it, witnessed it, or helped advocate for it—we want to hear from you.
What We’re Looking For:
Authentic, original (non-AI-generated) stories or creative pieces that explore:
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What it's like to live with, or support someone with, food allergies or asthma
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How it impacts daily life, school, travel, social situations, or mental health
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Stories of self-advocacy, awareness, support, or community
Poems, letters, personal essays, or other creative formats are welcome.
Honorarium Details:
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$100 for selected written submissions
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+ $50 bonus for a 2–3 minute video to accompany your story
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+ $50 bonus for a photo of you (at any age) visibly carrying or wearing your epinephrine—even if it's not in an Allergy Apparel case
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Note: Photos may or may not be used, but they help normalize visibility.
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This is a mom-run program, so please allow a little grace on response and processing time—we’re doing this from the heart. ?
✅ How to Submit:
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Write your story in Google Docs (set to “anyone with the link can view”) and email the link to info@allergyapparel.com
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Include your name, role (e.g., sibling, student, parent), school or affiliation (if applicable), and age or grade/year
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If you’re including a video or photo, attach it in your email
There is no deadline—submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Where Stories May Be Shared:
Your submission may appear on the Allergy Apparel blog, newsletter, or social channels as part of our mission to promote awareness and inclusion.
Questions before submitting? Don’t hesitate to reach out.