Lights, Camera, Food Justice! Launching Nourishing Narratives 2026

We’re delighted to support the second year of Nourishing Narratives, a youth film competition from Mosaic Film Experience! Using one of Paul Newman’s platforms—film—we’re inviting kids to share what creating better food futures means to them.

Nourishing Narratives invites youth ages 13-18 in the US to explore imagine what a just, equitable, and fair food system for all looks like. Submissions are open March 6—April 12, 2026!

Awards

Up to 10 films will win a $1,000 cash prize, Newman’s Own prize pack, invitation to a special screening, and more!

Learn more

Still from Cocos Frios, a 2025 Nourishing Narratives winning film

Still from 2025 Nourishing Narratives winning film "Cocos Frios" by Mia Cuevas, Esmé Woerner, Tessa Stones, and Dale Hancock

Eligibility at a Glance

Open to US residents ages 13–18 (parent or guardian permission required for participants under 18)
No prior filmmaking experience necessary
Shoot, edit, and submit film via mobile device
2-3-minute short films
Must submit via FilmFreeway platform

Each Film Must Feature:

Theme: Better Food Futures
Prop: a plate or bowl
Saying: integrate the saying, “Change Starts With Us” (could be spoken, written, or displayed)
Proper credits

See the Official Rules

Still from 2025 Nourishing Narratives winning film "A Just Plate for All" by Jonathan Eric Conley

Resources

Schools and community organizations

Help your students find their inner storyteller.

Curriculum guides

Get Inspired: 2025 Winning Films

“Storytelling has the power to move people in countless ways, it can change minds, and in just a few minutes help influence how people think or see things differently. We’re excited to see what young changemakers create using a powerful topic such as food justice. The possibilities are endless.”

Emily Yu

Chief Partnerships and Program Officer, Newman’s Own Foundation

“The mobile nature of the Nourishing Narratives film competition challenges the conventions of storytelling, empowering students to share their unique perspectives. Through the use of mobile devices, we’re leveling the playing field for content creation. Throughout the process, students are developing skills like creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, tools that will serve them in any future endeavor, from careers to community leadership.”

Skot Welch

Founder and President, Mosaic Film Experience

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