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ohio hands & voices mission
Supporting Families
Ohio Hands & Voices is dedicated to supporting families with children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing without a bias around communication modes or methodology. We’re a parent-driven, non-profit organization providing families with the resources, networks, and information they need to improve communication access and educational outcomes for their children. Our outreach activities, parent/professional collaboration, and advocacy efforts are focused on enabling Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing children to reach their highest potential.
2026
UPCOMING EVENTS
We are working on several events around the state for 2026. Follow us for more information and to stay up to date on OHV & Partner events!
6th annual deaf-themed art contest
March 8th, 2026
Columbus Museum of Art
About this event
Join Ohio Deaf Friends of the Library, Ohio Hands & Voices, and Advocates for Kids for this fun family event at the Columbus Art Museum - in the Makers Space.
EVENT INFORMATION
Date: Sunday March 8th, 2026
In-Person Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Supplies will be provided
Please note that in-person registrations do not need to submit artwork online as you will create in person.
Online Submission
Submit online by March 1st, 2026
Please attach an 8x10 artwork piece below
Rules:
- All artwork must have a Deaf Theme.
- Include a statement about the artwork (1-2 sentences)
Open to Ohio Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind and KODA - Grades K-12
Artwork will be broken into four grade-groups, with three winners per group!
Please submit separate registrations for all participants.
Grade Groups
K-2 | 3rd - 5th | 6th - 8th | 9th - 12th
Prize Amounts (each group)
1st - $75 | 2nd - $50 | 3rd - $25
$600 in Total Prizes!!
Location: Columbus Museum of Art
** Admission to the Art Museum is free and parking vouchers are available. **
https://www.columbusmuseum.org/
480 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
614.221.6801
If you have any questions, please reach out to advocate@ohiohandsandvoices.org or camille@adv4kids.org
We look forward to seeing you on March 8th!