211 Art Contest
Submissions will be accepted beginning January 6, 2025 through February 11, 2025.
See the 2024 Submissions and Winners
Community Canvas: Capturing the Transformative Impact of 211
Capture the Journey
Create a compelling work of art that conveys the impact and significance of 211 services within your community, representing what it means to have access to needed resources. Explore the theme of connection, portraying the link between individuals in need and the diverse range of health and human services made accessible through calling 211. Capture the emotional journey of finding help and convey the relief that comes with being connected to the right resources. Your creation can be a symbol of hope, support, and empowerment for individuals and communities alike.
Authentic Artistic Expression
Incorporate elements of diversity and community into your artwork, reflecting the unique characteristics of your local community to underscore the universal impact of 211 on people from various backgrounds and walks of life. Be bold and creative – make your artistic expression an authentic extension of both yourself and your community.
More Information
What Is 211?
February 11th is 211 Day! This annual event raises awareness and recognizes the impact of 211 in supporting individuals and communities with vital services in times of need.
211 is more than just a helpline; it’s a lifeline for communities in times of need. Instead of navigating through multiple dead-end calls, this free resource ensures that those in need connect with a trained specialist who guides them to the right services. Accessible via phone, text, or online, 211 operates 24/7 in over 150 languages, while maintaining the confidentiality of every call. These three numbers, 211, links callers with health and human services, making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals across diverse communities.
Examples of Resources 211 Provides
- Food: from accessing free healthy groceries to getting a hot meal
- Shelter: from shelter for the night to assistance with paying rent to understanding tenant rights
- Utilities: getting help with paying bills or getting utilities turned back on
- Disaster Relief: from finding warming centers during cold weather spells to accessing FEMA funds to rebuild your home after a devastating natural disaster
- Health and Wellness: access to mental health resources, assistance with finding health insurance, or support to kick habits like smoking
- And so much more
Guidelines
- Please send your submission through the contest website: uwba.org/211artcontest
- Submissions will need to be in PNG, JPEG or PDF format
- Submit at 300-word description of your artistic interpretation
- All contestants must be 18+
- All submission must be submitted by February 11, 2024, at 11:59 PM to be considered
- Click here for official rules
Winner Selection
- Two winners, People’s Choice Winner and Judge’s Award, will be selected for a chance to win $1,500 each.
- The People’s Choice winner will be selected via an online voting process at uwba.org/211artcontest. Voting will be based on the top 25 selections and will run from February 12-26th.
- The Judge’s Award will be selected by UWBA
- Both winners will be announced February 27, 2024.
Enter the Contest for a Chance to Win $1000!
No purchase necessary to enter or win. Making a purchase or payment of any kind will not increase your chances of winning. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Click here for official rules
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