The 2025 Lights On Afterschool poster contest is officially open!
This year, we’re looking for any artwork that represents the spirit of afterschool programs. Think about how your program has opened doors to new opportunities, whether it’s discovering something you love, learning new skills, or making friends. Show us how your afterschool staff have inspired, mentored, or supported you. Let us know what afterschool means to you through your art!
As always, the winning artwork will be printed on more than 50,000 posters displayed at over 8,000 Lights On Afterschool events worldwide. It’s a great opportunity for a program to gain national recognition. The winning artist will be featured on our website, blog, and in a national press release—and their program will be credited on the poster and receive a $500 grand prize.
Entering the contest is easy!
– Fill out this entry form and send it, along with your artwork, to Afterschool Alliance, Lights On Afterschool Poster Contest, 1101 14th Street NW, Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20005.
– Or, email your artwork to lightson@afterschoolalliance.
The Lights On Afterschool poster contest is open to everyone. If you know of a program that may be interested, spread the word!
The deadline for submissions is June 30, 2025.
For the full list of do’s and don’ts (and helpful tips on creating a winning design), visit the Afterschool Snack.