100th Anniversary Call for Art Challenge

A Legacy of Love and Service

In honor of the 100th anniversary of the presence of Catholic Charities in the Syracuse diocese, we invite local and regional artists to submit works of art that reflect the agency’s mission of service throughout our history, in the present day and as a vision for the future. Works should also reflect the 7 Pillars of Catholic Social Teaching that are the foundation of our mission. This will be a juried art event and exhibition featuring 2D and 3D original fine art.

All artists accepted into the competition will be invited to an Exhibition Brunch/Reception on August 20th, 11am to 2pm at Traditions at the Glen. The Exhibition Brunch will recognize artists receiving awards as well as all participating artists.

Select works will be chosen for awards and permanent display and installation throughout Catholic Charities facilities. Artwork that is not awarded a prize/selected for installation within Catholic Charities of Broome County facilities may be exhibited for sale at the Exhibition/Reception. A 30% donation to Catholic Charities of Broome County is suggested on sales.

Important Dates

May 31, 2023: Deadline for Entry

July 10, 2023: Panel Review and Decisions

August 20, 2023: Exhibition and Reception

Exhibition Awards and Prize Packages

100th Anniversary Gold (Best in Show)

$1,500 - 1 award

• Featured Video of Artist and Artwork/Narrative
• Award Certificate
• Display Easel
• Invitation to Press Conference
• Featured posts on CCBC Social Media
• Invitation plus 3 tickets to the Exhibition/Reception

7 Pillars Awards (Works that feature at least 1 of the 7 Pillars)

$1,000 - 7 awards available

• 7 Pillars Award Certificate
• Display Easel
• Invitation to Press Conference
• Featured posts on CCBC Social Media
• Invitation plus 2 tickets to the Exhibition/Reception

Mission Awards (Works that showcase the mission of CCBC)

$500 - 3 awards available

• Mission Award Certificate
• Display Easel
• Featured Posts on CCBC Social Media
• Invitation plus 1 ticket to the Exhibition/Reception

People’s Choice Award (Selected by vote on the day of the Exhibition/Reception)

$300 - 1 award

• People’s Choice Award Certificate
• Featured Posts on CCBC Social Media

Additional awards may be granted depending on entry submissions.

Guidelines for Submission

Download our Guidelines to learn more about:

• Eligibility Requirements
• Artwork Requirements
• Juried Panel Review
• Categories and Themes
• Exhibition Awards and Prize Packages

Complete Your Application

Please click the link below to complete your Artist Application.