Calling all youth artists in California!
In celebration of the California Environmental Justice Alliance’s 25th Anniversary, we are excited to launch a youth art contest! Young creatives are invited to showcase their visions of an environmentally just future. All designs must be original and inspired by environmental justice values and our anniversary theme – Grounded in Community, Growing Through Action: 25 Years and Beyond.
The winning artist will receive $250, and their artwork will be featured on CEJA merchandise, sold in our new online store to support our fundraising efforts. The contest is open to all California youth (25 years old and under). Youth from environmental justice communities are especially encouraged to submit their artwork.
Submissions are due by end of day on March 6th, 2026. See below for contest guidelines and additional details on how to enter.
CEJA Youth Art Contest Guidelines
- The CEJA Youth Art Contest is open to all youth residing in California. Youth is defined as persons under the age of 26 years old on March 6th, 2026.
- Submissions must be original artworks not published elsewhere and submitted in a high-quality (300 DPI or 2000+ px) PNG format with a transparent background.
- Contest winner must provide W-9 information for tax purposes.
- Contest winner must consent to their design being used on CEJA’s merchandise to raise funds for the organization.
- By submitting a design, you consent to your artwork being featured (with credit) on CEJA’s social media and other communications platforms.
- One design submission is allowed per person.
- Deadline for submission is 11:59pm PST on March 6th, 2026.
