The Higher Ground awards is open to all producers, directors, playwrights, comedians, comediennes and entertainers involved in producing positive content, in print, digital form and performances, for internal or external audiences—but not those created by professional mainstream organizations or industries. These awards are to promote and celebrate independent entertainment individuals and organizations. The ten categories of web series, short film, documentaries, stage plays, media mogul award, social justice award, best comedian, entertainer of the year, makeup artist of the year and independent entrepreneur of the year are available for submission.

A personalized crystal trophy will be given to the BEST IN CATEGORY finale winners. Semi Finalists will receive a recognition award certificate. All participates will receive an email with feedback from our panel of judges and a PDF certificate of submission. VIP gift bags will be given to the finalists who attend the awards ceremony.

The Higher Ground awards is open to all producers, directors, playwrights, comedians, comediennes and entertainers involved in producing positive content, in print, digital form and performances, for internal or external audiences—but not those created by professional mainstream organizations or industries. These awards are to promote and celebrate independent entertainment individuals and organizations. Entries must originate in the United States. Only one entry per category will be accepted. All content submitted must be entered by the producer/playwright only. Any content submitted under false pretense or misrepresentation, will ultimately result in a disqualification. All content submitted for stage plays, short film, documentaries and web series must be released within two years to current prior to submission. Any content submitted beyond the two - year time frame will result in an immediate disqualification. Content submitted must be rated under TV-14. Any submission with strong violence or strong sexual content will not be entered into the contest. Upon receiving notification that your content or entry has been selected for the final nomination, one representative from your organization, group or individual must be present at the awards ceremony. No late entries will be accepted.