Anne Frank Center

This special evening will feature an awards ceremony recognizing outstanding contributions in various categories, as well as an exhibit of the top submissions to the youth artist award, accompanied by a soiree with heavy hors d'oeuvres.

Event Details

The Anne Frank Awards celebrate individuals and organizations who exemplify the values of courage, compassion, and a commitment to Holocaust education. This biennial event honors students, educators, artists, and community leaders who have made significant contributions to preserving the legacy of Anne Frank and promoting Holocaust education.

The evening will feature an awards ceremony recognizing outstanding contributions in various categories, accompanied by a soiree with heavy hors d'oeuvres.

Award Categories

[Award recipients will be announced prior to the event.]

• Student Award – Recognizing a student who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to Holocaust education through Anne Frank-related programs.
• Educator Award – Honoring an educator who has made significant contributions to teaching about Anne Frank and the Holocaust.
• Youth Expression Through Art Award – Honoring a young individual whose artistic expression—across any medium—captures the spirit of hope found in Anne Frank’s diary, blending creativity with a meaningful engagement with history in their community.
• The Anne Frank Center Award for Achievement in Arts & Letters honors individuals whose creative work embodies the power of art and storytelling to inspire empathy and confront prejudice. Reflecting Anne Frank’s enduring legacy, the award celebrates those who use their voice and vision to illuminate truth and affirm our shared humanity.
• Anne Frank Youth Network Award – Honoring a member of the Anne Frank Youth Network who has inspired others through meaningful engagement, advocacy, and education – embodying Anne’s spirit of hope and humanity.
• Otto Frank Award for Outstanding Stewardship of Anne’s Legacy – Recognizing an individual or organization whose dedication preserves, protects, and advances Anne Frank’s legacy, carrying forward her story with integrity, compassion, and a lasting commitment to education and human dignity.

Event Tickets & Sponsorship

Tickets are on sale now. Individual tickets are $125 per person from Wednesday, October 1 until Friday, January 9, at which time they will be $150 per person. A limited number of tables are available for 8 people per table for $1,000.

Also, consider becoming a sponsor of the event! See the flyer below for more information. If you have any questions or would like to discuss other contribution levels, please contact Amy Austermiller.

Additional Information

For more information and updates about the Anne Frank Awards, please contact the Anne Frank Center at afc@sc.edu.

Following registration, stay tuned for event updates, full program details, and a preview of what promises to be an inspiring and memorable evening.