With the Little League® regular season wrapped up and the tournament season in full swing, now is the perfect time to share all your favorite memories from the year as the 2026 Little League Photo Contest, Presented by IHOP, is officially open! The Official Breakfast Restaurant of Little League Baseball and Softball since August 2025, this is the first year of IHOP supporting Little League’s annual photo contest.
With submissions being accepted at LittleLeague.org/PhotoContest from June 12 through July 10, this contest gives fans the opportunity to tell the story of how their photos bring the values of the Little League program to life. Thanks to the support of IHOP, the Official Breakfast Restaurant of Little League, the top three photos that are selected will receive the following prizes, along with recognition in the World of Little League® Museum in Williamsport, Pennsylvania:
- First Place: $500 IHOP Gift Card, $100 Gift Card to the Little League Flagship Store
- Second Place: $200 IHOP Gift Card
- Third Place: $50 IHOP Gift Card
Those interested in participating in this year’s photo contest are encouraged to show the many ways they are bringing the Little League values to life in their own communities. As a reminder, these are how the five core values keep our programs inspired by our mission every day:
- Community: We’re committed to the development and growth of our communities within our program. Together, we are here to support one another and make sure EVERY child in our community feel welcome, supported, and most importantly have a chance to be a part of the Little League community.
- Fun: Fun is what makes our game so memorable. We cultivate fun through enjoyable, memorable, and safe experiences, which result in a sense of belonging and individual growth.
- Inclusion: Everyone deserves a sense of belonging and the opportunity to be a part of a team. Little League is a place where every child and volunteer should feel welcome and willing to show what makes them unique.
- Integrity: Playing Little League is more than just a game of baseball and softball; it’s about the lessons we learn on and off the field. We act with respect, honesty, and integrity in all that we do.
- Teamwork: Team means everything here! We believe that teamwork is the shared efforts of individuals, characterized by trust, commitment, and communication, in pursuit of common goals.
After the contest closes on July 10, Little League International’s staff will work with the team at IHOP to identify the top photos from the contest and determine this year’s winners, which will be announced across Little League digital and social media channels prior to the 2026 Little League Baseball® World Series, Presented by T-Mobile, set to take place on August 19-30 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.
IHOP became the Official Breakfast Restaurant of Little League Baseball and Softball in August 2025, and since the launch of the partnership, Little League and IHOP have worked together to create connections between local IHOP restaurants and Little League programs nationwide.
“At IHOP, breakfast is more than the most important meal of the day, it’s a meaningful moment that brings families and communities together,” said Lenna Yamamichi, Vice President of Brand Creative, IHOP. “Partnering with Little League as its official breakfast sponsor is a natural extension of that belief. We’re proud to champion the next generation of athletes across the country while delivering the joy, smiles, and happiness IHOP is known for, on and off the field.”
In addition to their grassroots efforts and support of the Photo Contest, IHOP will also be on site at both the Little League Baseball and Softball World Series in Williamsport and Greenville, respectively, with games, exclusive giveaways and more. To learn more about what IHOP can offer to local leagues, as well as what all of Little League’s Official Sponsors can provide, visit LittleLeague.org/Sponsors.
For more information, including how to submit your photo and the official Terms and Conditions, visit LittleLeague.org/PhotoContest.