Lodge Logo Contest – 2026
Submission guidelines for the lodge logo contest
We’re looking for a little creativity from our members! We’re launching a Design-a-Logo Contest to create a unique Hillsboro Elks Lodge #1862 logo that we can use on Lodge merchandise such as shirts, hats, drinkware, and more.
We’re looking for a design that represents our Lodge and our members and can become something we’re proud to wear year after year. There are a few important guidelines:
- Do not reproduce or simulate any official Elks emblem or logo.
- Keep the design to three colors or fewer.
- The design should work well in both color and monochrome.
- Keep it non-year-specific so we can continue using the design on merchandise year after year.
- Designs should be simple enough to reproduce effectively on a variety of items and sizes.
- AI is acceptable, but design must not include any trademarked images.
Whether you’re an experienced artist, a graphic designer, or just have a great idea on paper, we’d love to see what you come up with. Put your creative hat on and help us create a logo that represents Hillsboro Elks Lodge #1862!
Click the button to submit your entry into the contest. The BOD will narrow the submissions down to the top submissions, and then we will open it up for lodge vote on the best design! Winner will receive a new jacket/coat or sweatshirt with the new logo.
Rights and Release for Logo Contest
By submitting a design to the Hillsboro Elks Lodge #1862 Design-a-Logo Contest, the entrant acknowledges and agrees to the following:
Ownership of Selected Design
The logo design selected by Hillsboro Elks Lodge #1862 will become the sole property of the Lodge. The selected designer agrees to assign to the Lodge all rights, title, and interest in the selected design, including all applicable copyright and other intellectual property rights.
Use of the Design
Hillsboro Elks Lodge #1862 shall have the unrestricted right to reproduce, modify, adapt, display, print, publish, and use the selected logo for Lodge purposes, including but not limited to shirts, hats, drinkware, signage, publications, websites, social media, promotional materials, fundraising, and other commercial or merchandise applications. The Lodge may also have the design converted or modified as reasonably necessary for different printing and production methods.
Recognition of Designer
The selected designer will be recognized as the contributing artist of the logo. Recognition of the designer does not confer any ownership or continuing rights to the design.
Original Work
By submitting a design, the entrant represents that the submission is their original work and does not knowingly infringe upon the copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights of another person or organization.
Elks Emblems
No official B.P.O.E. or Elks emblems, logos, insignia, or facsimiles or simulations thereof will be accepted. Designs must be independently created and must comply with applicable Elks rules and requirements.
Submission Agreement
Submission of a design constitutes acceptance of these terms. Designs not selected remain the property of their respective creators. The Lodge is not obligated to use any submitted design and reserves the right to reject any or all submissions.
March 2026 – Officer Election
Congratulations to the 2026-27 Officers:
Awards given out for service in the 2025-2026 year:
Hillsboro Elks Lodge Honors
- Elk of the Year: Greg “Bone” Hains
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Officer of the Year: Larry Todd
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Citizen of the Year: Robin Jasper
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Exalted Ruler Award: Richard Shipley
- Bob and Mary Bennet Award: Bryan & Caralie Wright
️ Grand Exalted Ruler’s Citations
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Outstanding Service Commendations: Cathy Swanson & Michael Palmer
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“Making a Difference” Special Citation: Hillsboro Elks Lodge #1862 & Dawn Palmer
✨ Special Achievements
- The Golden Needle Award Presented to Joan Shepherd for her incredible work stitching quilts for local charities.
- Excellence in Design Presented to Marggi McKinney for her vision and hard work in beautifying our Lodge.