American Cancer Society Artist of the Year Contest

About the Open Call

We invite you, or any artists you know, to join us in celebrating creativity, hope, and the power of art in the fight against cancer. We're looking for talented artists from all disciplines to use their creative gifts to share their stories, raise awareness, and inspire hope. Artists must create an original piece that embodies the impact of cancer on their lives and include a personal statement. Winning work will be mass distributed to the American Cancer Society's donor base as a collector's item. Acceptable forms of art include: painting, drawing, digital illustration, photograph, and collage.

What is Offered

Winning artist will be recognized as the 2026 American Cancer Society Artist of the Year, with their work mass distributed to the donor base as a collector's item.

Requirements

Artists must submit a high-resolution image of their artwork, a description of the work, and a personal statement detailing the impact of cancer on their lives. Please refer to the Official Contest Rules for full eligibility.

How to Apply

Submit your work through the official JotForm link: https://form.jotform.com/260404723406146. Applicants must provide a high-resolution image (300 PPI or higher), a description of the work (100 words or less), and a personal statement (500 words or less).