5th All-Ukrainian Creative Projects Contest Code of the Nation
Verified by the editorial team 29 September 2026
Updated Link replaced from a city council news item with the contest site; creative contest without cash prizes; entries closed 24 Sep 2026
Summary
A creative contest for individuals, not a grant: there are no cash prizes, only placings and laureate titles. Entries were accepted from 24 August to 24 September 2026; results on 2 October.
About the call
Marking the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's independence, the contest invites creative reflection on Ukrainian statehood and national identity. Entry is free across 22 categories: essays and letters to the future, poetry with video readings, journalism and fact-checking, advertising, animation, short films, drawing, digital graphics, photography, family and local archives, decorative arts, cooking, music, dance and more.
Children and adults can take part in age groups of up to 10, 11-17 and 18+ (depending on the category); some categories accept ensembles. About 2% of entries take first place, 3% second, 4% third and 41% receive laureate status. There are no cash prizes; diplomas and merchandise can be ordered for a fee.
Who can apply
- Children and adults of various age groups
- Ensembles (choirs, orchestras, dance groups) in some categories
Who cannot apply
- Organisations as grant applicants
What the funds are for
- No funding, awards only
How to apply
- 1Choose a category on the contest site
- 2Submit one creative project via the online form by 24 September 2026
Questions and answers
- Does the Code of the Nation contest award cash prizes?
- No. Winners receive placings and laureate titles; diplomas and merchandise can be ordered for a fee.
- Can ensembles take part in the contest?
- Yes, some categories accept ensembles such as choirs, orchestras and dance groups. Organisations do not take part as grant applicants.
Change history
- Updated: Link replaced from a city council news item with the contest site; creative contest without cash prizes; entries closed 24 Sep 2026
