Why Mom Deserves a Diamond®
The Legendary Student Writing Contest
A Diamond Begins With Words of Love
Since 1993, the Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® writing contest has inspired students to honor their mothers through creativity.
A Writing Contest That Celebrates Moms
The Why Mom Deserves a Diamond® contest allows students to become powerful writers while learning the importance of appreciation.
Through descriptive language, students discover that their words can be more valuable than any gemstone.
The Story Behind the Diamond
Founded in 1993, Diamond Mike Watson began the contest as a tribute to his adoptive mother, Martha Watson, and the birthmother he had never known, but was still searching for. What started as a simple idea became a tradition that has become the longest-running mothers’ appreciation contest and has touched thousands of families.
How the Contest Works
Teachers Participate
Teachers encourage students to express their imagination through figurative language.
Students Write
Students write a short essay explaining why their mom deserves a diamond.
Winners Are Honored
Winning students recite their words to their mothers and receive genuine gemstone awards.
Explore the Legacy
Discover every Diamond Winner since 1993.
Call To Action
Help Continue a Tradition of Love and Appreciation
Join thousands of students who have discovered the power of words.