The Garden Party Mental Health Poetry Contest A project of Garden Party Collective (see other related projects). About We at the GPC were heartbroken to learn the news of Christa Vander Wyst's passing (Jan. 2024). She was a beautiful light in our group, and to her friends and family, and we're all still processing her loss.Discussing how we could best honor her, we knew mental health was always an important subject for Christa--she was already planning to host a contest soon through our collective for poets who have struggled / are currently struggling with mental illness.As such, we at the GPC have started a yearly contest in tribute to Christa and her legacy.Furthermore, we have partnered with Christa's family to pick the 3 winners for this yearly contest No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to people who are currently struggling with or have struggled with any mental condition. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed The Garden Party Mental Health Poetry Contest's overall average response time is within a normal range for contests. Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: People living with mental health conditions.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Unknown number of pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Professional payment. Details: USD $100 prize.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @gardenpartycollectiveX (Twitter) @gardenpartylit Support this Publisher: Shop their Store For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Garden Party Mental Health Poetry Contest Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. Filter: Category: Group by submission Include related projects Accuracy We have received 5 reports from 5 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 33 min | 74.4 mean avg | 54.0 median | 149 max days (47.8 std dev) Pending 8 responses are pending (1 min | 6.0 mean avg | 5.0 median | 10 max days waiting | 3.2 std dev) from 8 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 25 Oct 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 13 Sep 2025. Date compiled: 16 Sep 2026 17:51 UTC (3 hours, 39 minutes ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsThe Garden Party Chapbook ContestThe Garden Party Collective Presents Poetry Contests Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 12 Sep 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only