Kids Can Win Cash for Being Kind to Animals

Although Be Kind to Animal Week has passed, the Atlanta Humane Society is still accepting art and essay contest entries to promote humane treatment of animals with children.

The "Be Kind to Animals" art contest is in memory of Jonathan Edward Ratner, an avid animal lover and supporter of Atlanta Humane Society. It is open to children in kindergarten through 12th grade for a chance to win $100 cash as well as other prizes. Kids can submit an original drawing or painting to showcase what being kind to animals means to them. The deadline is March 31. Visit the “Featured Events” section at www.atlantahumane.org for more information.

The Mariel Hannah Humane Heroes Award accepts nominations of teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 who performed an extraordinary act of kindness to benefit animals. The contest honors Hannah, an 18-year old animal lover tragically killed in a 2006 home invasion, through a fund established by friends and family that recognizes selfless acts by teenagers who share Mariel’s love for animals.

A 200-word (maximum) essay outlining why they should win the award can be submitted by March 31st. The winner will receive a cash prize and plaque.

Winners of both the art contest and essay nomination will be announced at the “Be Kind to Animals Week” Awards ceremony on May 6 at the Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center. Visit the “Featured Events” section at www.atlantahumane.org for more information.

All art contest and essay nomination submissions can be sent to:

Atlanta Humane Society
Rabon Major
1565 Mansell Road
Alpharetta, GA 30009