Kiwanis Club 5K Student T-Shirt Design Contest Rules

1. Eligibility

• The contest is open to students only.

• Students must currently attend a local elementary, middle, or high school in the community.

• Each student may submit one (1) design entry.

• Parent or guardian permission may be required for participation.

2. Design Theme

• Designs should reflect the spirit of the Kiwanis Bob Reeves Memorial 5K, including themes such as:

  • Community

  • Service

  • Youth

  • Health and fitness

  • Running or walking

• The design should be fun, positive, and appropriate for all ages.

3. Design Requirements

• Each design must include:

  • The race name (11th Annual Kiwanis Bob Reeves Memorial 5K)

  • A design suitable for printing on a T-shirt

• Additional guidelines:

  • Use no more than 3–4 colors to allow for screen printing.

  • Designs should fit within approximately 10" × 10" print area.

  • The design will appear on the front of the race T-shirt.

4. Artwork Format

• Students must submit designs in one the following formats:

  • PNG, JPG, or PDF

• Digital files should be high resolution (300 DPI if possible).

• Maximum file size of 15 MB

5. Original Artwork

• Designs must be original student work.

• No copyrighted images, logos, or trademarks may be used.

  • Use of Kiwanis Logos are allowed

• The artwork must not contain inappropriate or offensive material.

6. Submission Instructions

• Entries must include:

  • Student name

  • School and grade

  • Parent/guardian name and contact information

• Designs must be submitted on the BobReeves5K.org website

• Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026

7. Judging

• Designs will be reviewed by members of the local Kiwanis Club.

• Entries will be judged based on:

  • Creativity and originality

  • Representation of the Kiwanis 5K event

  • Visual appeal on a T-shirt

  • Printability (works well with limited colors)

8. Winner and Prize

• The winning design will:

  • Be featured on the official Kiwanis Club 5K race T-shirt

  • Be recognized at the race event

  • Receive a $100 cash prize

  • Receive a complimentary race registration and recognition from the Kiwanis Club

9. Design Use Rights

• By submitting a design, participants grant the local Kiwanis Club permission to:

  • Use the artwork on race shirts and promotional materials

  • Adjust the design slightly if necessary for printing

• The student designer will be credited whenever possible.