Calendar Kids Art Contest
Learn about our Calendars Kids Art Contest for kids or teens living with kidney disease or a transplant.
2023 Calendar Kids Art Contest Winner
Congratulations to 12-year-old Anibal Yobani Sologui from Waterloo, IA for being selected as the Cover Artist for the 2023 Calendar. His artwork can be seen below.
View all the winning artwork
Congratulations to all the artists that will be featured in the 2023 AKF Calendar! We had a record number of votes this year with a close race all the way to the last minute of voting. Thank you to everyone who voted for their favorite artwork and shared these amazing pieces with your friends and family.
“H.O.P.E.”
Arely, Age 16
Houston, TX
"Smile"
Erin, Age 12
Colorado Springs, CO
“Kidney Love”
Natalie, Age 16
Dallas, TX
“Kidney Transplant”
Kylie, Age 15
Weirton, WV
“The Lion King”
Jameson, Age 9
Washougal, WA
“Kidneys on a Beach”
Heather, Age 11
Des Moines, WA
“It is all in the words”
Nashaya, Age 16
Philadelphia, PA
“Everybody gets their wish”
Stephanie, Age 17
Norristown, PA
“Lupus Girl”
Kennidi, Age 17
Humble, TX
“Best Gift Ever”
Lamara, Age 16
Hendersonville, TN
“Together Forever”
Daniel, Age 10
Goodyear, AZ
“Galaxy”
Eilidh, Age 6
Ankeny, IA
Learn more about our Calendar Kids Art Contest
Watch our previous contest winners Amelia and Sadallah as they share how the American Kidney Fund's Calendar Kids Art Contest has inspired young kidney patients to fight for more than 27 years.
Frequently asked questions
How is the cover artist chosen?
AKF will choose 13 submissions to appear in the calendar and will have an online voting contest in July. The artwork that receives the most votes will be featured on the cover.
What is the deadline to submit my application and artwork?
We must receive all artwork and completed applications by May 31, 2022.
What is the timeline of this contest?
- Applications open for submission - March 1, 2022
- Deadline for Applications - May 31, 2022
- AKF Voting for 13 Finalists - June 1, 2022
- Finalists Announced & Voting Opens - July 1, 2022
- Last Day to Vote - July 31, 2022
- Cover Artist Announced - August, 2022
Contact us if you have more questions or need more information
Phone
800.638.8299 ext. 7047
Mailing Address
11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300 Rockville, MD 20852