Public voting is now open in UScellular’s 4th annual Black History Month Art Contest with Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine. For the first time, voting is available online, and the southern Maine community can visit UScellular’s Art Contest to vote for their favorite piece of original art.

In January, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine members created artwork in recognition of influential Black people from around the globe, including historical figures, world leaders, athletes and celebrities. The 10 finalists were chosen by representatives from the Boys & Girls Club based on creativity, quality, interpretation, clarity of theme and overall impression. Voting will remain open through Feb. 28, and anyone 18 or older can vote once for their favorite.

The top three vote-getters winners will be announced in March and prizes include gift cards of $250 for 1st Place, $150 for 2nd Place and $100 for 3rd Place.

“We are once again thrilled to work with Boys & Girls Club of Manchester on this annual contest to honor Black icons and showcase youth in our community,” said Dallas Phillips, store manager at UScellular in Auburn. “This year’s art certainly highlights the artistic talent among the Club members. We encourage the community to check out the art and vote online, and we look forward to celebrating the winners in March.”

“We are excited to be celebrating Black History Month with our members and are so appreciative to once again have UScellular celebrating with us,” said Brian Elowe, chief executive officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine. “The annual art contest encourages our young members to express themselves in meaningful and intentional ways as they reflect on elements of Black history that are significant in their lives.”

The public can vote for their favorite artwork at www.uscellular.com/artcontest and click on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine link.

No Purchase Necessary. Entrants who are minors must have parental consent to participate in the contest.

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