Logo Contest

Logo Contest Entry Form

December 2, 2025

Town of Poygan

Winnebago County, WI

 

Logo Design Contest

The Town of Poygan announces a competition to design a logo to be used on it’s website, social media, letterhead, communications and other places the Town chooses.

By entering, participant agrees to be bound by these contest rules.  Violating any rule or not following instructions may eliminate participant’s eligibility.  The Town of Poygan has the right to disqualify any participant at any time at its sole discretion.

 

Town Background & History

Nestled in the northwest corner of Winnebago County, the Town of Poygan is a scenic rural community bordered by the tranquil waters of Lake Poygan. Just 15 miles from Oshkosh with a population of 1,307 and neighboring Winneconne and Omro, Poygan offers a peaceful setting rich in natural beauty and historical significance.

Long before settlers arrived, the area was home to the Menominee Nation, who thrived along the lake’s shores. In 1836, the Menominee ceded their land to the U.S. government. A pivotal site in this transaction was the Paygrounds, located in Poygan, where financial dealings were conducted. Today, a historical marker near the public boat landing commemorates this important chapter.

Following the land cession, settlers began arriving in the mid-1800s. The region’s abundant timber and waterways supported early industries like logging and milling. Pine logs were floated down the Wolf River and across Lake Poygan to be processed into shingles and building materials, fueling the growth of nearby towns.

Today, Poygan remains a cherished destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing. Its historical roots and natural charm continue to shape the town’s identity and community spirit.

For more information:  https://townofpoygan.com/history/

How To Enter

To enter the Town of Poygan Logo Design Contest, eligible participants must:

  • Complete the Official Entry Form
  • Create a logo design that can be translated into .jpeg format. Prefer design in JPEG format, but drawings will also be considered.
  • Submit your completed entry form and logo design by no later than March 31, 2026

8693 Town Hall Rd

Winneconne, WI 54986

Official Rules

  • The contest is open to amateurs and professionals, and is open to employees of Town of Poygan, and their family members.
  • All submitted work must be original work of the participant and must not include, be based on, or derived from any pre-existing or third party designs, trademarks, or copyrighted images.
  • All entries will become the property of Town of Poygan. By submitting an entry, each participant agrees that any logo designs are deemed assigned to Town of Poygan, and agrees that the Town may obtain trademark or copyright protection. Only the entry chosen as the winner and provided the $100.00 prize will be used or published by Town of Poygan, except to the extent that images are posted to the Town of Poygan website and social media or distributed for input.
  • Except where prohibited by law, an entry submission into the contest constitutes permission to use the winner’s name, likeness, prize information and information provided on the entry form for publicity purposes, without further permission or compensation. Personally identifying information on this form will be used for administering the contest and to publicize the winning entry.  Information will also be made to requesters as required by Wisconsin Open Records laws and requirements (Wis. Stat. §§ 19.31-19.39).
  • Each submission must be accompanied by an entry form signed and dated by the participant and, if under the age of 18, by their parent or legal guardian. •
  • Town of Poygan reserves the right to modify the winning logo to fit the needs of Town of Poygan.
  • The decisions of the Town of Poygan Board of Supervisors shall be final.
  • The participants must submit a scalable version of the design so that it is adaptable to electronic and print media, to reproduction on small and large surfaces, and to use in color or in grayscale.
  • Participants may submit no more than 3 entries
  • Any entry that fails to comply with any of the requirement of the contest shall be disqualified and will not be considered by the selection committee.
  • Logo may include color, and must be demonstrated on both a black and a white background.
  • Logo must at minimum contain the text “Town of Poygan”. Will consider tag lines, branding items, etc.
  • All submissions will be displayed on the Town of Poygan website and Town of Poygan social media.

 

Selection Criteria

  • The Town Board will evaluate all entries based on the following criteria (though other criteria may be considered):
    • Relevance – Does the entry align or express the theme/goals/mission of Town of Poygan?
    • Originality – Does the logo exhibit original design, creativity, imagination?
    • Aesthetic Quality – Does the submission command attention?  Does it display visual balance and color coordination?  It is appealing?
    • The winner will receive a $100.00 award. The selection committee reserves the right to ask for revisions on submitted logo designs, to alter the winning design, or to not select a winner, if in its sole discretion, no suitable entries are received.   The Town Board will choose the winning logo by April 22, 2026.  The winner shall be considered chosen and the award will be presented upon passage of a resolution by the Town of Poygan Board of Supervisors.

 

Questions Contact:

Beth Jackson, Clerk

[email protected]

920-685-0552