SHUT OUT BULLYING CONTEST

The Detroit Red Wings and local Planet Fitness franchises are teaming up to promote kindness, inclusion, and positive environments for Michigan youth through their fourth annual “Shut Out Bullying” contest. The initiative will award $10,000 to one Michigan school or youth organization to support an existing or new program focused on bullying prevention. The contest opens on November 1, 2026, at 8:00 AM EST and runs through December 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST. Educational institutions and youth organizations throughout Michigan serving students in grades K–12 are encouraged to apply by completing a short entry form and answering questions about their current or proposed bullying prevention initiatives.

"The 'Shut Out Bullying' initiative is about more than a $10,000 award, it's about recognizing the people who are working every day to make a difference in the lives of young people," stated Mary Scott, Vice President of Marketing at EPIC Fitness Group, a Planet Fitness franchise division operating more than 70 locations across Michigan, Ohio, and Illinois. "Schools and youth organizations have a tremendous influence on how children learn to treat one another, and we're proud to partner with the Detroit Red Wings to support those efforts. Together, we can help encourage kindness, respect, and inclusion and remind young people that everyone deserves to feel like they belong."

The 2027 winner will be honored during a special pre-game presentation on Saturday, January 23, 2027 at Little Caesars Arena. Representatives from the winning organization will be invited to stay and enjoy the Red Wing's game against the Tamp Bay Lightning. Past winners include L'Anse Creuse Middle School-North (2026), Endeavor Charter Academy (2025), and Fraser Public Schools (2024).

The "Shut Out Bullying" contest was created to shine a spotlight on the important work that schools and youth organizations are doing every day to help young people feel safe, supported, and accepted. Through the $10,000 award, the winning organization will have the opportunity to expand an existing initiative or bring a new bullying prevention program to life, helping make a meaningful difference for students and families in its community.

Applications for the 2026 "Shut Out Bullying" contest will be accepted beginning November 1, 2026. For complete contest details and to submit an entry, visit DetroitRedWings.com/ShutOutBullyingContest.