Your Story Could Change
Someone's Journey
Share how your Catholic community impacted your life, and help future
college students discover they are not alone.
Enter for a chance to win a Catholic giveaway (valued at $150). One winner will be selected at random from submissions. Selected stories may be featured by Newman Connection to inspire future students and families.
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The Stories We
Remember Shape the
Stories We Live
Every year, students leave home wondering where they belong next.
Many find friendships, mentors, faith communities, and life-changing experiences through Catholic community.
Your story can help the next student take that first step.
Everyone Has a Story Worth Sharing
High School
Students
Getting ready for the next chapter? Your faith story starts now.
College School
Students
Living the campus ministry experience? Tell us what it means to you.
Young Adults
Looking back on how your Catholic community shaped who you became.
Parents & Grandparents
Share how the faith community supported your loved ones journey.
How to Enter
- Tell Your Story
Share a written story of at least 150 words about how your Catholic community impacted your life. - Upload Photos or Video
Show us moments of faith, friendship, service, and community. - Submit Your Entry
Complete the form before the deadline and you're all set!
Share Your Story
We can't wait to hear how your Catholic community impacted your journey.
Official Rules: No purchase necessary. Open to eligible U.S. residents ages 13+ (parental consent required for minors). By entering, participants grant Newman Connection permission to use submitted stories and media for mission-related purposes. Void where prohibited. How to Enter: Submit an original Catholic community story (150+ words), upload at least one original photo or video, and complete the entry form. Incomplete, inappropriate, fraudulent, AI-generated, or unrelated submissions may be disqualified. Content Permission: By entering, you confirm that you own the submitted content or have permission to share it and that anyone featured has consented to its use. Content Use: By submitting, you grant Newman Connection permission to use your story, photos, videos, and testimonials for promotional, educational, fundraising, and mission-related purposes without additional compensation. Winner Selection: One winner will be selected at random from all eligible entries. Odds of winning depend on the number of entries received. Winner Notification: The winner will be contacted by email within seven (7) days of the drawing. If no response is received within seven (7) days, an alternate winner may be selected. Privacy: Information collected will be used in accordance with Newman Connection's privacy practices and in connection with this giveaway and our mission. Sponsor: This giveaway is sponsored by Newman Connection and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Uber Eats, or any college, university, Newman Center, or campus ministry.
As a Thank You
Prize package valued at approximately $150
$50 Uber Eats
Gift Card
Good food has a way of bringing people together. Meal on us.
Yetti Tumbler
Stay hydrated in style and share your faith along the way.
Great Adventure Bible
& Catholic Stickers
perfect for personalizing your laptop, water bottle, and sharing your faith in everyday moments.
One winner will be selected at random from all eligible submissions. All submissions due by July 31, 2026.
Your Story Could Help Someone
Feel Needed and Known
A graduating senior.
A college freshman.
A parent sending their child away.
Your story may be exactly what they need to hear.
EVERY PERSON. NEEDED. KNOWN.
Who We Are
Newman Connection helps students connect with their Catholic community before they arrive on campus.
Through partnerships with Catholic high schools, dioceses, parishes, parents, and campus ministries, we help ensure students are welcomed, known, and never alone.
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