International Compost Awareness Week 2027 Poster Contest

The International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) 2027 Poster Contest, organized by the Compost Research & Education Foundation in Raleigh, NC, calls for original poster artwork from artists aged 14 and older worldwide. Participants may submit only one poster per artist, and the use of AI-generated content is prohibited. The poster must be 12 in wide by 18 in high, portrait orientation, 300 dpi, JPG format, and include the theme "All Paths Lead to Compost" along with the dates May 2–8, 2027. Submissions are made through an online entry form, where applicants must also provide a short paragraph explaining their participation and poster concept. The contest deadline is 12 midnight EST on October 22, 2026. Winners will receive a $500 prize and their poster will be reproduced and distributed nationally. The contest is free to enter and all entries become the property of the Foundation, which may use them for commercial purposes. For questions, applicants may email the Foundation at the address listed on the website.

The contest is open to students in grades 9–12, college students, and adults.