Haywards Heath Town Council is inviting young artists across the town to enter this year’s Mayor’s Official Christmas Card Competition, held in partnership with the mayor’s charity of the year, Kangaroos Mid Sussex.
The competition is open to primary school-aged children, who are encouraged to put their artistic skills to the test and create a festive design. The winning artist will receive a special prize, and their design will be professionally printed on the mayor’s official Christmas cards.
The cards will be sent to local dignitaries, community partners, and friends of Haywards Heath, and sold to raise funds for Kangaroos, a local charity supporting children and adults with learning disabilities through activities, opportunities and vital support.
Entries will be judged by Town Mayor Councillor Duncan Pascoe, alongside representatives from Kangaroos, who will be looking for creativity, originality, and plenty of festive spirit.
Cllr Duncan Pascoe, said. “We’re looking forward to seeing the wonderful designs our young residents come up with this year. It’s a lovely opportunity for children to share their creativity while helping to raise funds for Kangaroos and the fantastic work they do in our community.”
Entries must be completed on the official entry form, available to collect from Haywards Heath Town Hall or download from the town council website. Designs can be created using pencil, pen, or paint – but please, no glitter!
To enter, send your completed design to Haywards Heath Town Hall, 40 Boltro Road, RH16 1BA, or email eventsandcommunity@haywardsheath.gov.uk. The competition closes at 10am on Monday 9th November. Good luck to everyone taking part!
For more information and to download an entry form, visit www.haywardsheath.gov.uk/christmas-festival