The 2026 Less Is More Youth Content Competition Has Concluded
Thank you to every student, family, educator, and community member who participated. Together, our youth used creativity to speak out against gun violence and helped turn pain into purpose.
A youth creative contest for youth up to 18 encouraging digital content that speaks out against gun violence in Louisville, KY. Your voice. Your vision. Your power.
$5,000 TOTAL IN PRIZES
Celebrating Our Youth Voices
$5,000 in prizes were awarded. 13 youth were recognized for their outstanding creativity. Winning submissions included original videos, music, poetry, and artwork promoting peace and reducing gun violence. The awards ceremony celebrated the voices of young people working toward a safer Louisville.
Congratulations to Our Winners
First Place Samuel Musekura
"Who Misses You"
Second Place Gabriel Thomas
"We Can Choose Less Violence"
Third Place Sammy Crase
"Seats for the Dead"
We also recognize the ten Honorable Mention recipients for their outstanding creativity and deep commitment to promoting peace and reducing gun violence in our community.
YOUR VOICE.
YOUR VISION.
YOUR MOVEMENT.
Less is More is a creative platform for Louisville's youth to speak truth through digital media. We're challenging youth up to 18 to use their genius to speak out against gun violence and turn pain into purpose.
MUSIC
FILM
SOCIAL MEDIA VIDEOS
POETRY
ART
WHO WAS ELIGIBLE?
- Youth up to 18 years old
- Based in Louisville, KY
- Ready to speak out against gun violence
- Digital-only submissions (Music, Film, Art, Poetry)
During our 2026 event local youth used their artistic passion to fuel a meaningful movement and shown how creativity can truly impact Louisville.