Only two weeks left to enter the Climate Champions Youth Art Contest

THE WOODLANDS, TX – Climate Champions, part of a nonprofit organization providing climate awareness to area youth, reminds young artists that the deadline is rapidly approaching to enter submissions to its annual art contest.

“We have a range of celebrity judges in the fields of art and environmentalism, including acclaimed director Michelle Mower and PGA Teacher of the Year Kevin Kirk,” said Paul Eakin, co-founder of Climate Canaries, the producer of the art contest and other events. Eakin is a high school junior as well as a performing fiddler and competitive golfer. He wants to build youth awareness of climate change and provide an outlet for expression through the organization’s programs.

The annual Climate Champions Youth Art Contest is a competition for grades 1 through 12 that encourages students to express their thoughts and solutions for climate change through the power of art. The organization is reaching out to students to encourage their participation, as well as to schools, climate organizations, and libraries across the Lone Star State to build awareness.

For students who wish to submit their art, become an ambassador at their school, or join the team, the ClimateChampions.earth website has all the details. Schools, libraries and organizations can request posters, bookmarks, social media graphics, and general info at info@ClimateChampions.earth. Winners will receive cash prizes and their artwork will be featured in news articles. All students residing in Texas – public, private, and homeschooled – are welcome to participate.

The Climate Champions Youth Art Contest debuted in 2019 as a pilot with the Louisiana State Library system’s 160 libraries as well as public schools and homeschool organizations. The contest was featured in the hometown newspapers of the contestants. Celebrity judges have included an Academy Award-winner and other prominent figures in art, music, sports, and literature. This year, the contest is working with top climate and environmental organizations, including the Environmental Defense Fund.