To raise awareness and funds for a YogAutism, Inc. whose mission is to enhance the lives of those with autism and their support networks through yoga inspired programs and experiences. The contest invites artists and designers to submit original t-shirt designs that can include themes of calm, connection, and neurodiversity.
April 2nd (World Autism Day) - May 15th : Accepting designs for the contest
May 16th - May 31st : Pubic voting (encourage friends and family to vote!)
June 15th :1st - 3rd place winners announced
June 16, 2026 - June 15, 2027 : T-shirts will be available for purchase
$150 + Design featured on official fundraiser t-shirt + featured on website/social media + free t-shirt
$75 + Design featured on website + their design on a t-shirt
$50 + Design featured on website + their design on a t-shirt
1st – 3rd place prizes granted with minimum of 15 applicants. Minimum of 10 applicants to grant 1st and 2nd place prizes.
Submit your original design using this form
Original art ONLY
Medium: All mediums welcome: digital, hand-drawn, painted (must submit a high-quality scan of the art)
Format: PNG or vector file
Entry Fee: Free (donations optional)
Bonus recognition for specific artists:
A Neurodivergent Artist badge will be placed on any submission made by an artist who identifies as neurodivergent and wishes to have their artwork marked as such.
Anyone who submits a design and makes a monetary donation of $100 or more receives:
“Heart of the Cause” badge on their submission
Priority placement in the online gallery
Exclusive invite to a virtual yoga session led by the nonprofit’s instructors
Thank-you shoutout on social media
Public vote will decide the top 5 designs
Judging will take place on YogAutism.org website
Final winners chosen by a panel including autistic individuals, artists, and people prominent in the autistic community
Available for purchase May 15th 2026 through June 15th 2027
Sales Platform: YogAutism website + Facebook + Etsy + Community Events
100% of profits support YogAutism by funding instructor training and scholarships, helping expand access to more clients