We need ideas, we need dreamers, we need artists.

Do you know a visual, literary or performing artist between the ages of 15–18 or in grades 10–12? Encourage them to apply to YoungArts and they could receive:

  • Cash awards
  • Mentorship by accomplished artists
  • A lifetime of creative and professional support
  • A peer network of distinguished artists
  • Nomination for U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts
  • National recognition

The application is open until October 14, 2022. Please help us share this opportunity with the artists in your life!

National Arts Competition

YoungArts identifies the most accomplished young artists in the visual, literary and performing arts, and provides them with creative and professional development opportunities throughout their careers.

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