The Deadline to Receive Artwork is August 31, 2024
Parents, grandparents, teachers, and friends – YOU can help teach and inspire a new generation of youth! Peace Pals International™ is an international not-for-profit charity that promotes peace activities for communities and youth. Each year, the foundation has an art contest for kids. The winning artwork then tours the world!
The contest aims to empower kids to express their thoughts and feelings through art. We hope to inspire a new generation of thinkers and doers, fostering a sense of unity and peace across all sectors of society.
Along with its affiliates, May Peace Prevail on Earth International and the Goi Peace Organization of Japan, the foundation also conducts an annual youth essay contest and plants peace poles worldwide with the universal message: May Peace Prevail on Earth! The foundations are members of the United Nations Economic and Social Council.
The Theme for 2024: “Love Begins with Me”
This year, Peace Pals has partnered with The Love Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization with the mission of inspiring people to love unconditionally.
Encourage youth to think about what love means to them.
- Does love begin with you?
- Where do you feel love?
- How do you express your love?
- What makes you feel love?
- Why express Unconditional Love?
Participation in the International Art Contest
Kids 5 – 16 years of age worldwide can participate in this international art contest with their drawings. You can use technology to scan the drawings and enter the contest online. Winners are selected by a panel of international judges. Then, the winning artwork goes on exhibition at the United Nations in New York and in cities worldwide.
Create Your Own Local Art Contest & Program!
You can use this art contest for your kids at home, in schools, with groups like the Scouts, libraries, and youth centers. You can create a local art competition and put the kids’ artwork on exhibition to raise funds for local causes.
Requirements for Artwork
Artwork must follow the 2024 theme “LOVE” and include the words “May Peace Prevail on Earth” in English and/or your Native Language. All art must be hand drawn, sketched, or painted on paper or cardboard. All drawings must be done by children, including the writing of May Peace Prevail on Earth.
Size: Horizontal or Vertical design
5” inches x 7” inches (12.7 cm x 17.7 cm)
Four Age Categories – One Entry per Child
- Age Category One: Age 5 – 7
- Age Category Two: Age 8 – 10
- Age Category Three: Age 11 – 13
- Age Category Four: Age 14 – 16
REGISTER NOW! The deadline to receive artwork is August 31, 2024
You must register online to participate in the international competition. After you register, you will be given a link to your personal dashboard where you can upload your artwork. All artworks must be scanned in high resolution (300 DPI) and saved as a JPG and follow the rules and guidelines. Remember, your artwork must include the words, “May Peace Prevail on Earth.”
Registration and Rules are available in English, Spanish, French, and German. Go to: https://peacepalsinternational.org/registration/
Please read the rules and follow all directions. You can upload your artwork or send your artwork through the mail. Mail (optional) Artwork to: Peace Pals International, 26 Benton Road, Wassaic, NY 12592, USA – 845-877-6093
Prizes!
Winners will be announced on Global Peace Pole Day, November 22, 2024, during a special online live event with special guests.
- First Place Winners ~ Classic White Peace Pole
- Second Place Winners ~ 17” Desktop Peace Pole
- Third Place Winners ~ 8” Desktop Peace Pole
- Finalists ~ Certificates and Assorted Prizes
Certificate of Participation
All participants will receive certificates. Please login to your dashboard to download your certificate.
Look at the Video of the 2023 Winners!
For more information about the international contest, please contact Jules Lamore at Peace Pals International at 845-877-6093.
MAY PEACE PREVAIL ON EARTH!
Related Articles:
