Website: Growing Up Compton
Growing Up Compton: Art Contest/Exhibit
The 1st annual GUC: Art Contest/Exhibit, held at Gallery 90220, was a remarkable celebration of creativity and community. In partnership with Grow Unwind Connect, Growing Up Compton invited students to submit painted pieces that visually captured what growing up in Compton means to them. Thirty inspiring artworks were showcased during the one-night exhibit, with the top three winners receiving gifts from Homme + Femme, Growing Up Compton, Mobot, Adidas/Compton Magic, Inspired, Manifest Company, and more. This event highlighted the talent and spirit of our community’s youth while fostering connections through art.
Growing Up Compton: I Want To Travel The World | Video Contest
The 1st annual GUC: I Want To Travel The World video contest was an inspiring and transformative event! In partnership with Grow Unwind Connect, we invited young visionaries to share their dreams of exploring the world through creative and powerful videos. From heartfelt stories to imaginative journeys, the entries showcased the incredible potential and passion of our youth. Winners were selected based on creativity, originality, and the impact of their message, with top entries earning the chance to join our upcoming wellness retreats and global cultural experiences. We’re thrilled to have been able to provide this platform for young voices, and we look forward to continuing our mission of empowering youth to see the world and expand their horizons.