2026 Paw Art
Show off your pet while helping four local causes!
The BPS Foundation will be hosting Paw Art! This annual event raises roughly $5000 annually to support the BPS Foundation along with the Bismarck Public Schools Fine Arts Department, Bismarck Art and Galleries Association, and Central Dakota Humane Society. Donors submit a $20 donation and pet picture, then a BPS student draws a portrait of their pet.
For each photo submitted with along with a $20 tax-deductible donation you will receive the following:
- A hand-drawn rendition of your pet scanned and emailed to you. This could be done by a Kindergartner or a Senior. Not knowing what you get back is half the fun!
- Satisfaction in knowing you have helped 3 non-profit programs within the Bismarck-Mandan community! This is also a great way to honor your furry friends, both past and present.
Deadline for Submission: February 9th, 2026
Artist renditions sent to donor: March 16th-27thOnline Submissions: Simply fill out the submission form below.
Mailed Submissions: Click here for a copy of the donation/pet photo submission form. Simply fill out and mail (along with a photo of your pet) to the BPS Foundation office postmarked by Wednesday, February 12th: BPS Foundation, 128 Soo Line, Bismarck, ND 58501
Photo submissions of mailed donation entries may also be emailed to bpsfoundation@bismarckschools.org if a hard-copy of the photo is not available.
Paw Art Submission Form
The deadline for submission of PawArt entries was Friday, February 9th. Thank you!
Check out our “paw-some” past Paw Art Parades!
This fundraiser is proudly brought to you by:
OUR MISSION
Partner with the BPS District to empower every learner to thrive by enhancing the services and recognition of students and staff.
