I Voted Sticker Contest

Posted on 08/12/2026

Help Choose Monroe’s Next “I Voted” Sticker

Help us celebrate Monroe’s young artists and the power of participation.

The City of Monroe is pleased to announce the 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Contest.

This initiative showcases the creativity of local students ages 5 through 18 who submitted original artwork celebrating civic engagement and the importance of voting. Community participation plays a key role in selecting the winning designs that will be featured on the City’s official “I Voted” stickers for upcoming elections.

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, participants are encouraged to get patriotic and create a design that shows what America means to them. Be creative! While patriotic designs are encouraged, other original artwork that follows the contest rules is welcome, too.

CONTEST TIMELINE:

August 12 - September 27: Artwork submissions accepted
September 28: The top three designs from each age group will be announced
October 5-18: Public voting period. Only one voter per IP address, per day
October 19: Winner announcement
November 3: Election Day

Full participation rules and guidelines linked below. Entry Deadline: September 27, 2026.
Best of Luck to our Artists!

FAQ's

Who can enter the contest?

The contest is open to students ages 5–18 who either live in the City of Monroe or attend school within city limits.

Does the artwork have to be original?

Yes, and that's the best part!

All submissions must be the student’s own, original creation. Any entry containing copyrighted or non-original material will be disqualified.

What happens to my child’s artwork after we submit it?

By entering, all submitted designs become the property of the City of Monroe. The City may reproduce, modify, publish, and display the artwork in print or digital formats without additional compensation or permission.

Will my child’s name be shared publicly?

The City may share the student’s first name and age in public announcements, online posts, or promotional materials related to the contest.

How will the artwork be used?

Artwork may be featured on the City’s website, social media, press releases, educational materials, and election-related promotions — including being printed as an official “I Voted” sticker.

Do parents need to sign anything?

Yes. A parent or legal guardian must sign the entry form to confirm consent for their child’s participation and agreement to the contest terms.

How are winners chosen?

The top three designs from each age group will be chosen September 28 before public voting begins.

One winning design from the top three finalists for each age group will be chosen by public vote. Public voting will run October 5 through 18, 2026.

The City may make minor edits to the winning artwork for sticker production.

What is the deadline to submit artwork?

All entries must be submitted by Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.

What format should the artwork be in?

Submissions must be uploaded as a high-resolution PDF that is suitable for printing on a 2-inch circle sticker using the template form linked below.

Where do we submit our design?

Designs can be submitted through the City’s online entry form.

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