The National Guard Association of Connecticut (NGACT) invites you to participate in our official logo design contest! We’re looking for a logo that honors our mission, reflects our rich military heritage, and inspires pride in the Connecticut National Guard community.
Eligibility:
Open to all current and former members of the Connecticut National Guard, their
families, and supporters of NGACT.
Participants must be at least 13 years old. Those under 18 must have a parent or
guardian’s consent.
Participants may enter individually or as a team (maximum 3 people).
Multiple entries are allowed, but each must be submitted separately.
Design Guidelines
The logo should reflect the values of the Connecticut National Guard and our military heritage. It should honor our history while inspiring future generations. To help guide submissions, the following 12 Tenets of Good Logo Design should be applied:
1. Simple – Clean and straightforward designs are more effective and easier to reproduce.
2. Scalable – Must look good at any size, from business cards to banners.
3. Works in one color – Should remain effective in black & white.
4. No gradients or shadows – To ensure print, embroidery, and scaling versatility.
5. Clean fonts – If text is included, it must be legible and professional.
6. Balance and symmetry – A visually balanced design is more appealing.
7. Iconic – Should create an identifiable symbol that represents NGACT.
8. Memorable – Must be easily recognizable and leave a lasting impression.
9. Unique – Should distinguish NGACT from other organizations.
10. Pleasing – Visually attractive with harmonious colors and shapes.
11. Timeless – Should avoid trends and remain effective for years.
12. Represents the brand – Must embody NGACT’s mission, heritage, and community.
Additional considerations:
Must be adaptable to web, print, apparel, signage, and merchandise.
Avoid excessive detail or overly complex images.
Deadline: Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Go to our events page to submit your design.