Art Contest
Mar
1
to May 15

Art Contest

CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS AGES 3-18!
ENTRIES DUE MAY 15!

Create a piece of art that highlights The Brightside Project, kindness, love, or friendship for a chance to win an art supply gift pack & a $25 Amazon gift card!

Download the entry form

If you need supplies to participate, be sure to contact Lisa and we can help!

Winners will be chosen in four age groups:

  • 3-7 years old

  • 8-11 years old

  • 12-14 years old

  • 15-18 years old

Types of Art Accepted:

  • Picture or Photograph

  • Poster

  • Painting

  • Poem or Short Story

  • Drawing

  • 3D Art

Deadline: May 15
Submit artwork via mail or drop off at:
1909 N. Ellsworth Ave.
PO Box 314
Salem, OH 44460

All entries will be displayed at our Car Show on May 31, Golf Outing on July 19, our social media pages, and at our facility this summer!

For more info, contact:
lisa@brightsideprojectohio.org
(234) 320-4005

Let’s see your creativity shine!

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