Diabetes Youth Art & Poetry Contest

Published on September 03, 2025

San Antonio faces one of the highest rates of diabetes among major U.S. cities—and the highest in Texas. Metro Health is inviting school-aged youth to take part in the Diabetes Youth Art & Poetry Contest to spark creativity and inspire action in the fight against diabetes.

Youth Art & Poetry Contest

The contest invites students to submit artwork or poetry highlighting themes such as Healthy Food, Family, Hope, Community, Diversity, San Antonio Culture, and Resilience.

Winning entries will be featured throughout November during Diabetes Awareness Month and showcased at the Diabetes Health Fair on November 14, 2025, at Monterrey Park. Winners will also receive prizes and recognition at the event.

NOTE: Submission deadline is Friday, September 19, 2025.

Contest Rules

Open to school-aged children.
Each participant may submit up to 2 art designs and/or 2 poems.
Poems must be 40 words or less.
Artwork must include both a color and an all-white version (for printing).
All submissions must be original, family-appropriate, and community-centered.

Submit an Entry

Take Action for Diabetes Awareness

Encourage youth to submit their artwork or poems.
Share the contest with schools, youth groups, and families.
Attend the Diabetes Health Fair on November 14 to learn more about prevention and community resources.

Diabetes & Our Community

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body turns food into energy. Without proper prevention or management, it can lead to serious health complications.

Why it matters:

San Antonio has one of the highest diabetes rates in the nation.
Diabetes increases risks of heart disease, kidney disease, and stroke.
Prevention is possible through small lifestyle changes—healthy eating, regular exercise, and weight management.

Community Partnerships

Metro Health partners with local organizations to raise awareness, promote prevention, and connect residents with diabetes management resources. By encouraging youth to use their voices through art and poetry, we foster creativity, awareness, and community-wide action to reduce the impact of diabetes.