Lifetime Television, the Washington, D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc.; Youth Service America; Girls Incorporated; the YWCA of the USA; the Anti-Defamation League; and Claire's Stores are pleased to announce the winner of the "For One Night" Essay Contest!

Clarissa from Galt, California will be awarded $500 to bring a multicultural event to her community!

Additionally, we would like to recognize the following students as runners-up in this contest:

Stephanie from Brooklyn, NY
Mohammed from Brooklyn, NY
Nicholas from Queens, NY
Jasmine from Stone Mountain, GA
Kayla from Galt, CA

The response to this essay contest was incredible and we thank all the students and teachers who took part in this activity. The Lifetime Original Movie "For One Night" tells the story of a high school senior who overcomes all obstacles to create the first racially integrated prom in her hometown. The response to this contest showed us that there are so many young people in this country with the vision and dedication to make a difference in their communities. Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm, commitment and ideas with us, and we hope you continue in your efforts to bring your communities together "For One Night" and beyond.