Youth Engaged in Sustainable Solutions

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Kari Ann Elling
[email protected]
(253) 798-4223


Do you love the earth?  Do you demonstrate your care for the earth in how you make decisions and act? Do you worry about keeping the earth healthy for generations to come? Join other youth, like you, in Youth Engaged in Sustainable Solutions (YESS)! 

  1. Sustainability Art Contest
  2. Pierce County Climate Stories

sUSTAINABILITY 2030 ART CONTEST

Your artwork could be featured on the cover of Pierce County's updated Sustainability 2030 Plan!

We are seeking submissions from high school students in Pierce County. Your work should answer the question: "What's your vision for a sustainable Pierce County?"

Submissions may be shared on Pierce County webpages and social media. The winning art piece will be used by Pierce County for promoting the Sustainability 2030 Plan. Additional prizes include tickets to Point Defiance Zoo or vouchers for ice bumper cars at the Sprinker Recreation Center.

The recommended artwork sizes are 8.5x11 or 11x17. Submissions are due by April 21, 2023.

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK

YESS Art Contest

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Sponsored by Pierce County and the YESS Steering Committee- comprised of youth, teachers, community organizations, and local governments.