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2025-2026 Events
UPCOMING EVENTS
In Focus Contest 2026
Get ready for an exciting opportunity to showcase your work globally! In Focus is an international arts contest hosted annually by World in Focus to raise awareness about vision and eye care through the medium of art. Over the past eight years, our team has been privileged to receive more than 650 outstanding submissions from over 50 countries. Check out Past Events for past In Focus winners!
This year's contest is divided into two age groups: 10-14 (elementary school) and 15-18 (high school). Each age group can choose from writing, photography, or visual art as options for their arts forms; each category’s first-place winner will receive a $50 cash prize!
Please complete your submission using the following link: forms.gle/eaFVb46YuKd9qJTA7
This form will close on April 11th 2026 at 11:59pm (EXTENDED DEADLINE). Submissions later than the deadline will NOT be considered. Our team and panel of talented judges look forward to your submissions!
FUNDRAISER EVENTS
Arts Night 2025, Eyes on the Stage: December 6, 2025
The 2025 return of World in Focus's Arts Night, Eyes on the Stage, brought creativity and community together in support of accessible eye care. Through live performances, music, food, prizes, and fun activities, the event celebrated a meaningful moment to raise funds towards helping individuals access the eye care they need. Thank you to our sponsors Maker Pizza, Kernels Popcorn, and DOSE Juice for supporting us as well as Elephant Grind Coffee for hosting!
Bake Sale 2025, Bake it Happen: October 12 & 13, 2025
This year, the WIF team baked a variety of treats—from brownies to cookies—to raise funds for our initiatives. It was wonderful to see so many community members place orders in support. The WIF team is incredibly thankful to everyone who baked, helped sell, and purchased our goodies!
