Feeding Creativity Youth Art Competition

Important: All artwork must be received or postmarked by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, March 25th

The Future is Fresh

K–12 students across Central Texas are invited to imagine a future where everyone has access to nutritious food — and where big ideas grow because basic needs are met.

The Feeding Creativity Youth Art Competition celebrates student voice, creativity, and vision for a stronger, healthier community.

One student’s artwork will be featured on a Central Texas Food Bank delivery truck traveling across our 21-county service area.

Who Can Participate

• Open to K–12 students
• Students must live or attend school within Central Texas Food Bank’s service area
• Participation is free

How It Works

Getting involved is simple:

1. Create your artwork
Students create an original piece inspired by this year’s theme:
“The Future is Fresh.”

2. Register online
Complete the registration form to let us know your student is participating.

3. Submit your artwork
Turn in the physical artwork using one of the options below.

Submit Your Artwork

Already registered? This is your final step. All artwork must be received or postmarked by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, March 25th

Once your student has completed their artwork, choose the option that works best for you:

1. Drop off at Central Texas Food Bank
   6500 Metropolis Dr, Austin, TX 78744
   Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
   Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM and 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

2. Drop off at Spicewood Springs Branch Library
   Bring artwork to the front desk and give it to a staff member
   Please check library hours before visiting

3. Submit through your child’s school
   If multiple students are participating, your child’s art teacher may coordinate a group pickup with our team.

4. Mail your artwork to:
   Central Texas Food Bank
   6500 Metropolis Dr
   Austin, TX 78744
   *Mail early to ensure it arrives on time

Avoid folding artwork if possible

Label the back of the artwork with:

• Student name
• Grade
• School
• Artwork title
• Contact email

Important: Please include student information on the back of each artwork so we can properly review and return submissions.

Prizes & Recognition

Student artwork will be recognized across grade levels:

• Grades K–4
• Grades 5–8
• Grades 9–12

Grand Prize:
One student’s artwork will be featured on a Central Texas Food Bank delivery truck traveling across 21 counties — sharing their vision with communities across Central Texas.

About the Theme: The Future is Fresh

What does a healthy, thriving future look like?

This year’s theme invites students to explore:

• Access to nutritious food
• Strong, connected communities
• Big ideas that grow when basic needs are met

There is no single right answer — just an opportunity to imagine, create, and share.

For Teachers & Group Leaders

Educators, after-school program leaders, and community organizations are encouraged to participate.

You can:

• Submit artwork from multiple students
• Incorporate the competition into classroom or program activities
• Coordinate a group submission or pickup
• If your class or group is participating, we’re happy to support coordination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to participate?
No. Participation is completely free.

Do students need to register before submitting artwork?
Yes. Registration helps us track and review submissions.

Can multiple students from the same school participate?
Yes. We encourage group participation from classrooms and programs.

Get Started

Ready to participate?

[Register Now]
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Already Registered?

Don’t forget to complete your submission.

Scroll up to Submit Your Artwork for drop-off and mailing options.

Help Share the Opportunity

Know a student, teacher, or family who would love to participate?

Help spread the word by sharing this opportunity with your community. Click here to get the flyer to print and post.

Sponsorships

We are currently seeking sponsorships! Your Feeding Creativity sponsorship helps create visibility around the issue of child hunger, particularly the increased need during the summertime. Download the sponsorship packet here.

If you are ready to sponsor, please make your sponsorship contribution here - and thank you!

Contact us for more information or with questions about the event at artcomp@centraltexasfoodbank.org.

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