2025 snapshot
35
countries represented
85
missionary kids
76
artworks
23
recipients
God-given stories
Every God-given story can shape what comes next.
Through art, education, media, and faith-rooted community, we help missionary kids and the next generation discover the stories God is writing in their lives—and live them with purpose.
Faithful stories. Flourishing futures.
Why we exist
Every life has a story worth seeing clearly.
Missionary kids often carry a rich, cross-cultural view of the world. We begin with that strength—making space for them to be known for who they are, not reduced to what they have navigated.
Through art, education, media, trusted relationships, and practical opportunity, we help young people grow in faith, form a healthy identity, and use their gifts for meaningful contribution.
Our approach
A pathway for a story to become a source of good.
We are building an ecosystem that honors a young person’s full humanity: their faith, imagination, ability, and hope for what is ahead.
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Discover
Make room for young people to name the gifts, questions, and experiences God has placed in their lives.
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Develop
Strengthen creative practice, character, and confidence through thoughtful encouragement and formative opportunities.
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Connect
Link emerging voices with trusted people, practical guidance, and pathways that widen what feels possible.
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Launch
Help purposeful work move into the world in ways that serve others and reflect God’s goodness.
Impact snapshots
Specific moments. Real reach.
These year-by-year snapshots keep the scale honest. Each number represents a distinct season of creative recognition and opportunity.
2026 snapshot
22
countries represented
44
artists / artworks
39
recipients
$15,100
in cash awards
Recipients also received a special invitation to the United States.
Featured work
Art that carries a point of view.
A selection of recognized work from our community of young artists.
2026 · Second MK Art Competition
Art, recognition, and a story written together.
Missionary kids from around the world brought their lives, faith, and hopes into view through art. Watch the journey from creation to exhibition, celebration, and community—and explore the complete digital catalog.
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From the organization
Meet the heart behind the work.
In this organization-provided story video, Brian Kim introduces the heart and hope that guide 153 The Story.
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Programs & pathways
A creative entry point, with more room to grow.
The MK Art Competition is an invitation to create, be recognized, and imagine what is possible. It is also an opening: a foundation for mentoring, creative development, connection, and launch pathways we are thoughtfully developing.
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Partner with purpose
A future is never built alone.
The right network can turn a moment of recognition into lasting possibility. There is a meaningful place for each kind of partner.
Individuals
Give with conviction, introduce the work, and make room for a young person’s story to flourish.
Churches
Champion missionary kids and invite your congregation into prayerful, practical support.
Mentors
Offer discerning encouragement and skill-based guidance as pathways take shape.
Foundations
Invest in formative opportunities that help promising ideas become durable impact.
Companies
Sponsor a program moment or bring useful expertise and access to the table.
Give with clarity
Help a story find its next chapter.
Your support helps create moments of recognition today while strengthening the relationships and pathways that can carry a young person forward tomorrow.
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One-time gift
Respond to a moment that matters with a direct, meaningful gift.
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Monthly support
Build steady capacity for a long view of flourishing.
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Program sponsorship
Underwrite a tangible opportunity for young creators.
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Institutional partnership
Explore a foundation or corporate partnership with lasting reach.
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