~ Submission deadline is October 3 ~
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va - If you’re a kid with artistic talent, or know of any, help us spread the word about the first Solid Waste Management Program (SWMP) Truck Art Design Contest. The contest challenges participants to raise awareness about the benefits of zero-waste practices.
Participants will fall into one of three categories, grades 5-6, grades 7-8, and grades 9-12. Students can submit original artwork reflecting the theme: “Imagining a zero-waste future for our communities” to inspire residents to adopt waste reduction, reuse, and recycling habits.
The winning artwork will debut on Fairfax Recycles Day in November 2025 and will be featured on the SWMP collection trucks and other program vehicles. Winners will be notified in October.
- Theme: Imagining a zero-waste future for our communities
- Eligibility: Students attending school in Fairfax County
- Categories: grades 5-6, grades 7-8, grades 9-12
- Prizes: Artwork installation on SWMP trucks
- Submission Deadline: Friday, October 3, 2025
For more information about the contest, including how to submit your artwork, submission guidelines and entry requirements, go to Fairfax Recycles Day - Truck Art Contest 2025 | Public Works and Environmental Services.
Help us shape what zero-waste communities in Fairfax County can look like when sharing a common goal.