The Amy Foundation is best known for its Amy Writing Awards, which is a call to present biblical truth reinforced with scripture in secular, non-religious publications. First prize is $10,000 with a total of $34,000 given annually. It is acclaimed as the most popular journalism contest in the nation. Third place win in 2012 and Honorable mention in 2009.
- 2012 Third Place, – Learning to forgive in a war
- Norris Burkes, Florida Times; Melbourne, FL
- 2009 Award of Outstanding Merit, – What is the secret to a good marriage?
- Norris Burkes, The Elk Grove (CA) Citizen