March 9, 2026
Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) announced the deadline has been extended and entries are still being accepted for the Third Annual Student Art Contest hosted by Donate Life New York State. In celebration of Donate Life Month, students are encouraged to share their donation stories and perspectives on organ donations through art. Submissions must be in by March 13, and winners will be notified by March 20. Entries must be submitted by a teacher or parent and must include the participating student’s name, grade level, age, address, phone number and email. There are four separate categories for the contest: Elementary: fourth – fifth grades, Middle School: sixth – eighth grades, High School: ninth – tenth& eleventh – twelfth grades. Artwork will be hung throughout the Legislative Office Building during Donate Life Month in April. Winners will receive a $100 gift card and will be recognized at a press conference to be held on March 31 in Albany. For more information on this opportunity, please see the link here.
