Emily’s Hope Youth Art Showcase
Youth voices. Bold visions. Real impact.
Theme: Rise Above

🗓️ Thursday, April 23, 2026
🕕 6–8 PM
📍 Mosaic Arts & Events, Sioux Falls

The Emily’s Hope Youth Prevention Coalition invites Sioux Falls middle and high school students to participate in the Emily’s Hope Youth Art Showcase, celebrating creativity, resilience, and healthy choices.

This year’s theme, “Rise Above,” encourages students to use their voices and talents to share how they rise above using substances and overcome challenges through positive expression.

The showcase will feature both visual and performing arts, including 2D and 3D art, spoken word, original music, and dance. Selected pieces will be recognized during the evening’s awards presentation.

The community is invited to join us for a powerful night of art, inspiration, and community as we highlight the creativity of local youth and their commitment to living substance-free.

Submission Deadline: April 10, 2026
– Artwork can be submitted directly to students art teacher.
– Performing Art pieces can be sent via email to Courtney Hardie at courtney@emilyshope.charity

✨ Free and open to the public.
🎨 Hosted by the Emily’s Hope Youth Prevention Coalition.
💜 Special thanks to Mosaic for donating the event space.

This event is supported by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award funded by ONDCP. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ONDCP, CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.