Submit Your Story.

Submit Your Story.

We invite you to share your personal experience with economic policies that have impacted you or your community. Whether it’s a policy like Baby Bonds, guaranteed income, tax credits, or small businesses support, your story is valuable.

GUIDELINES FOR VIDEO SUBMISSION

  • Video should be 1 to 3 minutes in length

  • Speak clearly answering the following prompts:

  • Introduce yourself: Your name, city, and state

  • How have policies like Baby Bonds, guaranteed incomes, CTC, etc. made a difference in your life or community?

  • Are there any areas where these policies have fallen short or failed to fully address the needs of families like yours or your community?

  • Ensure the video is well-lit, with minimal background noise. Avoid backlighting (sitting with your back toward a window or other light source.)

  • Shoot vertically using your phone

  • Set your phone on a stable surface like a table to avoid unnecessary camera movement

  • Upload your video in .MP4 or .MOV format

  • In addition to your video, please upload a photo of yourself smiling that we can use for the thumbnail

GUIDELINES FOR BLOG SUBMISSION:

  • Your blog post should be no longer than 500 words

  • Focus on the key points that highlight the impact of the policies on your family or community.

  • Use these prompts as guiding questions:

  • Introduce yourself: Your name, city, and state

  • How have policies like Baby Bonds, guaranteed incomes, CTC, etc. made a difference in your life or community?

  • Are there any areas where these policies have fallen short or failed to fully address the needs of families like yours or your community?

Types of Submitted Content:

  • Video, audio, images, and written testimonials.

  • Content may inadvertently include background elements (e.g., personal spaces, branded clothing, background music, children, pets).

  • Individuals may share their own name, family members’ names, or social media handles.

  • Submissions may reference third-party organizations.

Planned Uses Includes:

  • Displaying on Prosperity Now’s website and social media.

  • Sharing via partnership organizations’ platforms (website, social media, and events).

  • Inclusion in marketing materials, grant submissions, and donor pitches.

  • Presentation at events (e.g., Prosperity Summit 2025).

  • Other public-facing uses that align with Prosperity Now’s mission.