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Alliance for Young Artists & Writers

New York, NY
|
www.artandwriting.org

    • About Us

    Mission

    The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, presenter of the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, identifies teenagers with exceptional artistic and literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience.

    History

    Established in 1923 by Maurice R. Robinson, the founder of Scholastic Inc., the Awards are the longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for creative teenagers across America and one of the largest sources of scholarships for young artists and writers. The Awards have an impressive roster of notable Alumni, including Tschabalala Self, Stephen King, Kay WalkingStick, Charles White, Joyce Carol Oates, and Andy Warhol.

    The Program

    The Alliance, a 501(c)(3) organization, provides creative teens with opportunities for recognition, exhibition, publication, and scholarships through the Awards in partnership with approximately 100 regional Affiliate Partners—school districts, museums, colleges and universities, libraries, and other educational organizations. Students in grades 7–12 (ages 13 and up) residing in the United States, U.S. territories or military bases, or Canada may enter work in 28 categories of art and writing.

    Mission

    The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, presenter of the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, identifies teenagers with exceptional artistic and literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience.

    History

    Established in 1923 by Maurice R. Robinson, the founder of Scholastic Inc., the Awards are the longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for creative teenagers across America and one of the largest sources of scholarships for young artists and writers. The Awards have an impressive roster of notable Alumni, including Tschabalala Self, Stephen King, Kay WalkingStick, Charles White, Joyce Carol Oates, and Andy Warhol.

    The Program

    The Alliance, a 501(c)(3) organization, provides creative teens with opportunities for recognition, exhibition, publication, and scholarships through the Awards in partnership with approximately 100 regional Affiliate Partners—school districts, museums, colleges and…

    Issue Areas Include

    • Arts & Music
    • Children & Youth
    • Education

    Location

    • 557 Broadway, New York, NY 10012, United States
    Illustration

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