City of Raleigh, NC
01/20/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/20/2026 08:18
Stormwater Contest and Awards Open Until Feb. 22
Raleigh Stormwater offers two award opportunities for students and teachers! Visit the Stormwater Awards and Contests page for instructions and how to apply.
Winners will be recognized at the City's Earth Day Celebration and receive $500!
Capture It! Arts Contest
How can YOU protect streams and lakes from water pollution using nature-based solutions? Submit a video or artwork to show us! Help us bring awareness to the importance of:
- Keeping Raleigh's waterways healthy.
- Using green stormwater infrastructure, like rain gardens, green roofs, rain barrels and cisterns, and other nature-based practices.
The contest is open to 8th - 12th grade students who live or attend a school within the Raleigh area or the Extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ).
Stormwater Smart Award
We are launching a new award to recognize the accomplishments and dedication of Raleigh's educators as they advance stormwater education and watershed stewardship both in and out of the classroom. Through innovative projects, place-based curricula, and action-oriented activities, Raleigh educators' grow students' understanding and literacy of how human activities and infrastructure impact surrounding communities. Nominations are open to formal and informal educators, peer and self-nominations are welcome and encouraged.
The award is open to educators who teach within the Raleigh area or the Extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ).
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