To build more awareness around water, we’re excited to announce our inaugural Garden Council Poster Competition. Water matters deeply in our gardens — and especially here in Los Angeles. Our region receives only about 15 inches of rain per year on average, and roughly 80–85% of our water is imported from hundreds of miles away. At the same time, water is the single largest operating expense for most community gardens. Every drop truly does connect us — to one another, to distant watersheds, and to the responsibility we share.

This year’s theme is:

Every Drop Connects Us / Cada Gota Nos Conecta

🌊 2026 Garden Council Poster Design Contest

Theme:
Every Drop Connects Us
Cada Gota Nos Conecta

🏆 Prize

One winning artist will receive a $500 honorarium.
The selected design may be featured as a poster, on Garden Council t-shirts, and on our website and digital communications. The artist retains ownership of their work and will be credited wherever the design appears.

📅 Deadline

Tuesday, March 10 at 5:00 PM

Submit to:

[email protected]

🎨 Guidelines

• Artwork must relate to the theme:
  Every Drop Connects Us / Cada Gota Nos Conecta

• The theme text in English and Spanish must be included in the design.

• Artwork must be original and created by the applicant.
  No clip art or Artificial Intelligence allowed.

• Designs may be black & white or limited color (final production may adapt for print).  

• Open to artists of all ages and backgrounds. Preference is given to community gardeners and garden-affiliated participants.

• Youth submissions are highly encouraged. If under 18, please include age.

• Entries must include: name, email or phone number, and garden affiliation (if applicable).

• Applicants may submit up to three entries.