Christmas in July Contest

Deadline for Submissions

July 31, 2025

Notification

If your artwork is selected, you will be notified by August 30, 2024.

Details

Do you have an aspiring artist in your family? If so, we invite you to enter one of their original art designs into our Christmas in July Contest! The winning design will be featured on the cover of this year’s Christmas card, along with an interior profile highlighting your family. This card will be sent to HopeKids donors, volunteers, and supporters. Here are the official rules for entry:

1. Produce an original artwork that captures the essence of the Christmas season. Your creation should not replicate or draw inspiration from any copyrighted material. It must be two-dimensional and suitable for photography or scanning (i.e., avoid 3D elements or bulky additions like cotton balls or jingle bells). Feel free to depict any facet of Christmas using text or artistic elements such as collages, paints, or acrylics. Pencil drawings should be outlined in black.

2. This contest is open to HopeKids, siblings, and parents.

3. To be considered, please ensure all submissions are received by July 31st. The winner will be notified by August 31st.

Previous Winners

Application

Only first name will be used to protect your privacy.
Only first name will be used to protect your privacy.
Share your greatest hopes for the holiday season.
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Close up photos (head and shoulders) work best. Please ensure photo is not dark or blurry.
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Professional or photos from family portrait day work well. Please ensure photo is not dark or blurry.