We will gather boldly inspired and galvanized by the theme “The Fierce Urgency of Now: Revolutionary Love, Liberation, and Joy” on Monday January 19, 2026. The 2026 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Breakfast will be an opportunity to reflect on this revolutionary spirit—past, present, and future.

Submissions will be broken down into four (4) categories with the following award compensation:

• Middle School – $250
• High School (Freshmen and Sophomores) – $500
• High School (Juniors and Seniors) – $750
• Collegiate – $1000

Artwork submissions must be inspired by the 2026 Breakfast’s theme: “The Fierce Urgency of Now: Revolutionary Love, Liberation, and Joy.”

The submission form asks for some general contact information and an area for you to describe your artwork. Students who submit compelling artwork will have the opportunity to be awarded an art award in their respective category.

Schedule of Application Process

• Submissions Open: September 15, 2025
• Submissions Close: November 15, 2025
• Art Award Letters Issued: December 15, 2025

Eligible applicants at these participating schools may contact their guidance counselor for the application.

We wish you well in your future endeavors and thank you for your interest in our scholarship program.

Past Art Awards