Each month, the channel will feature a different relevant issue on the Video Volunteers channel with a new guest curator, and you could have the opportunity to showcase your work (and your favorite org) to a huge audience.

VidOpp Note: This contest does not meet our standard for inclusion because it does not have a prize with monetary value. We have posted it only because it is for a good cause. Participating is akin to donating your work. Your feedback on this type of contest is welcome in the comments.

HERE’S HOW TO BECOME A VIDEO VOLUNTEER FOR HUNGER IN AMERICA THIS MONTH:

1. Choose your favorite organization tackling hunger in America

2. Create your video by midnight on 11/21 and submit it

3. The top 3 videos plus a video for our partner Feeding America will appear on the YouTube homepage at the end of the month!

To be eligible to enter the Contest, you must be: (1) a legal resident of and physically located in the 50 United States or the District of Columbia; (2) more than 18 years of age, an emancipated minor, or at least 13 years of age and possess legal parental or guardian consent.

Submission period ends at 11:59:59 P.M. PT on November 21, 2009.

Each entry will be judged by a panel of experts who are employees of Google or consultants designated by Google to assist in judging. On or about November 23, 2009, each Video will be evaluated by the Judges based on the following criteria:

The 3 entries that receive the highest overall scores will be selected as the potential “Winners.”

Prize

The “Prize” for this Contest is the display of each Winner’s Video on the YouTube homepage.

You might want to do a little homework before creating your video about early detection. Click here for some facts you may or may not include. It’s up to you!

Must be able to show valid government issued identification if requested. Must be 18 years of age for Parental Discretion prizes. Sign a waiver of liability and loyalty form if requested.

The deadline for all entries is December 31, 2009, at midnight PST.

The videos may include any or all of the following messages:

An anonymous panel of judges from New Northwest Broadcasters and sponsors will select the top 3 videos on or around January 15th, 2010.

The creator of the first place winning video will receive $2500.

The creator of the second place winning video will receive a 3 day Oregon Coast getaway

Third place winning video will receive a $250 gift card.

Win $500 and have your video become the next viral sensation this holiday season.

We are looking for a short video to capture this sentiment and holiday spirit in a fun, good spirited sort of way. It can be Hanukkah specific or just something that strikes a chord with the Jewish community. We want something funny, silly, poignant, or surprising … something that makes you want to forward it to all of your friends. Maybe it is a funny joke, or a song, or a gag, or an acted out skit. Surprise us.

Take as much or as little time as you need with the video, but recognize that in the world of viral videos, often “less is more.”

Here is an idea we know that we like. You can use one of these or please, create your own.

“Chasidic Santa?” You see an old Chasidic Jew with his wife and lots of children. The old man has a black hat, a long white beard, and a black suit. After some sort of “setup,” the group is suddenly transformed. Instead of a black hat and black suit, the Chasid is now wearing a red and white hat and suit (presto … he is Santa Claus). And all of his wife and kids are now dressed as elves i.e. Santa’s little helpers. There are many jokes that can be played off this conversion … show us your take on this scene! Is Santa really a Chasidic Jew and his family?

This contest is open to people at least 18 years old.

Submission period ends November 23, 2009 @ 11:59 pm (PST).

Top winning entry will receive $500.