LifeShots

The 2025 Lifeshots Contest is NOW OPEN!

The 2025 LifeShots contest closes on Monday, August 18, 2025.

This will be the 13th year the AACPDM will have a gallery at the Annual Meeting to showcase photos submitted by you.

The Academy has created a photo contest to feature a one-of-a-kind gallery that will inspire all viewers to overcome their many challenges.

What We're Looking For...

Photos of individuals affected by cerebral palsy and other childhood-onset disabilities in the midst of doing what they enjoy or completing a basic task or celebrating a major accomplishment. The photos can contain family members and care providers but we must have a photo release for each person in the photo.

Then, include a title that is unique to the ability being highlighted in the photo. The title/phrase will be mounted next to the photo.

The Academy will select the top photos for display at the AACPDM 79th Annual Meeting. The top three submissions will be recognized upon the conclusion of the meeting.

There is a limit of two (2) submissions per person.

Grand Prize

The 1st place winner will receive a professionally mounted enlargement of their photo and a $500 Amazon gift card!

Contest Application Check List

• Completed LifeShots Photo Submission form ( including photo release for each individual in photo)
• Maximum quality original electronic photo file (Electronic copy of the photo(s) in a RAW or maximum quality JPEG format, 300 dpi or larger with an image size no less than 2400 pixels.

Interested in becoming a sponsor?

As a sponsor, your logo will be co-branded with the AACPDM's logo on all Life Shot submissions, and your company/institution’s website and name will be included in all advertising for the contest.

This sponsor item is a bronze level sponsorship item. To view the different supporter levels, please refer to the prospectus found here. Please note, this sponsorship opportunity is first come, first served.

 Join us in celebrating talent and capturing unforgettable moments!