4th Annual “Kick the Stigma” Kids Art Contest
& Newly Added Logo Contest
(Rules Below)
For Kids of All Ages Use Your Creativity to End Stigma Calling Student Artists!
The Kick the Stigma Art Contest invites students to use creativity to explore what ending stigma means to them and help build a more respectful, inclusive community. Your artwork can help start conversations, show support, and make a difference.
Pre‑Registration Link: Art Contest Pre Registration
Who Can Participate
Students (school‑age through high school)
Open to kids of all ages
No art experience required — all skill levels welcome
Art Theme
Kick the Stigma: Ending Stigma of All Kinds
Artwork may reflect ideas such as:
- Respect and acceptance
- Belonging and inclusion
- Mental health, disability, or health challenges
- Standing up for others or breaking assumptions
- Hope, kindness, and community
Your art can be serious, creative, bold, or hopeful — your perspective matters.
Pre‑Registration Link: Art Contest Pre Registration
Art Formats Accepted
Drawing or illustration Painting
Mixed media All artwork must be original.
Recognition & Prizes
Winning artwork may be:
- Displayed at the Kick the Stigma Day of Wellness
- Used on official event materials
- Recognized publicly at the event and online
Overall Winner’s artwork will be featured on the following year’s event T-Shirts
Participation certificates may be provided for student participants.
Pre‑Registration Link: Art Contest Pre Registration
Important Dates & Schedule
Submission Deadline: May 30, 2026
Winners Announced: Day of Wellness
Event Day Schedule
- Registration / Drop‑Off: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Judging: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Awards Ceremony: 3:00 p.m.
More details will be shared through schools.
How to Submit
Students will submit:
- Name and age/grade
- Title of artwork (optional)
- Short description of the piece
Pre‑Registration Link: Art Contest Pre Registration
Questions?
contact@kickthestigma.info
www.kickthestigma.info
Use your art to help Kick the Stigma!
Calling all High School & Technical School Art Students!
STUDENT LOGO DESIGN CONTEST
Design the Official Logo for the Kick The Stigma Foundation
HAND‑DRAWN ONLY • ORIGINAL STUDENT WORK • NO DIGITAL ARTWORK
Kick The Stigma is inviting local students to help shape our organization’s visual identity. Create a hand‑drawn logo that represents our mission of promoting mental health awareness, wellness, and stigma reduction across our region.
Theme Ideas: Hope • Strength • Unity • Mental Health Awareness
KEY RULES
- Artwork must be hand‑drawn (no digital designs)
- Submissions must be original student work
- Schools may submit multiple entries
- Finalists will be selected by a judging panel
HOW TO ENTER
- Submit your original artwork (recommended on clean white paper)
- Include: student name, grade, school, and teacher/advisor
- Include a Parent/Guardian Permission & Artwork Release Form (if required by your school)
- Turn in through your school contact or deliver/mail to:
37 East Long Avenue, Suite #4, DuBois, PA 15801 - Questions? contact@kickthestigma.info | www.kickthestigma.info