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Zachary's Jewelers Hosts Annual Mother's Day Jewelry Design Contest
Fifth graders in Anne Arundel County invited to create custom jewelry inspired by their mothers.
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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Zachary's Jewelers, an Annapolis-based jeweler, is hosting its 15th annual Mother's Day Jewelry Design Contest. The contest invites fifth grade students in Anne Arundel County to submit jewelry designs inspired by their mothers or caregivers, with the winning designs being made into real, one-of-a-kind pieces. Along with bringing the winning designs to life, Zachary's will also donate $500 to the art programs at the winners' schools.
Why it matters
This long-running contest provides a unique opportunity for young students to express their creativity and appreciation for their mothers through jewelry design. It also supports local schools by donating to their art programs, helping to foster the next generation of artists and designers.
The details
The contest will be open from March 1 to the end of the month, and entrants must submit a jewelry design along with a short, handwritten story explaining the meaning behind their submission. In 2025, the contest received nearly 300 entries from 39 elementary schools in the area.
- The 2026 Mother's Day Jewelry Design Contest will be open for submissions from March 1 to March 31.
- Zachary's Jewelers has been hosting this contest for the past 15 years.
The players
Zachary's Jewelers
An Annapolis-based jewelry store that has been hosting the annual Mother's Day Jewelry Design Contest for the past 15 years.
Anne Arundel County fifth grade students
The target audience for the contest, who are invited to submit jewelry designs inspired by their mothers or caregivers.
Benfield Elementary School, Windsor Farm Elementary School, and The Key School
The schools of the 2025 contest winners, who designed two pendants and a ring respectively.
The takeaway
The Zachary's Jewelers Mother's Day Jewelry Design Contest provides a meaningful way for young students to express their appreciation for their mothers while also supporting local schools and fostering creativity in the community.
