
Color Your Year
A Community Coloring Calendar Fundraiser
What Is Color Your Year?
Color Your Year is a community-driven calendar fundraiser created by Just Add Creative, a nonprofit dedicated to making creativity accessible to all.
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Our coloring calendar will feature original line-art illustrations by local artists. The calendar will be sold as a fundraiser to support Just Add Creative’s free art kits and creative programs serving children, veterans, seniors, and community partners.
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The calendar is designed to be interactive — not just viewed, but colored, shared, and enjoyed throughout the year.


Who Is This For?
Color Your Year is intended for:
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Adult artists (18+) living or working in South Florida
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Artists working in any medium that translates well to bold, clean line art
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Emerging and established artists interested in community-based creative projects​
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How Does It Work?
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Artists will be invited to submit original artwork that can be adapted into a coloring-page format.
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A total of 14 artists will be selected for inclusion in the printed calendar.
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To celebrate both community voices and artistic mentorship, one calendar month will feature a pre-invited guest artist. All remaining months will be selected through the open call and review process.
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All submitted artwork that meets the guidelines may later be featured in spotlight opportunities.
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Why We’re Doing This
At Just Add Creative, we believe creativity builds connection, dignity, and resilience.
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Color Your Year supports our mission by:
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Raising funds to provide free art kits to underserved communities
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Amplifying local artists and their voices
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Offering accessible art experiences that invite participation, not just observation
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Coloring is one of the most inclusive creative activities — it crosses age, ability, and experience levels. This initiative turns art into a shared community experience while directly supporting creative access for others.

Timeline
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Public call for artists opens: February 18, 2026
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Submission deadline: July 31, 2026
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Artist selection: Summer (exact dates to be announced)
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Calendar production & sales: Fall–Winter
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This timeline is subject to adjustment as details are finalized.
