Americans Who Tell the Truth is pleased to be partnering again this year with the MY HERO Project to offer a student art contest.

Students of all ages are invited to submit portraits of people they admire for their significant contribution to the community, the planet or themselves. The Shetterly Prize will be awarded to the most heroic portrait submitted.

The submission deadline is March 1, 2026.

Go to the MY HERO website for more details and to submit your artwork.

View an inspiring video of the 2025 contest finalists.

“The mission of The MY HERO Project is to use media, art and technology to celebrate the best of humanity. MY HERO launched by three mom’s in 1995 is an oasis of goodness online featuring stories, art, music and films that promote diverse heroes from all walks of life. This award winning nonprofit educational project uses the power of storytelling to promote an appreciation of diversity, equity and inclusiveness.

“Since 1995, MY HERO has provided hundreds of millions of students access to a safe, commercial-free online venue, where they can discover and share essays, art, audio and films that celebrate positive role models from around the world.

“Our non-profit educational project showcases those working for human rights, social justice, peace and environmental protection. We honor diverse women, children and men whose accomplishments in the arts, science and technology pave the way for future heroes.”