ADHA Foundation 70th Anniversary Design Competition

Create the Official Design. Celebrate the Legacy. Support the Future.

The ADHA Foundation is inviting creative individuals to help commemorate its 70th Anniversary by designing a special artwork that celebrates seven decades of impact on the dental hygiene profession. The winning design will be featured on exclusive limited-edition merchandise sold at ADHA26, with proceeds supporting ADHA Foundation programs and initiatives.

Phase 1: Design Submission

Designers are invited to submit original artwork celebrating the ADHA Foundation's 70th Anniversary.

Submission Guidelines

• Open to all; ADHA membership is not required.
• There is no limit to the number of entries an individual may submit.
• Submission fee: $25 per design entry (Each Monday until the deadline, the Foundation will contact new design registrants via email for their submissions.)
• Designs should reflect the ADHA Foundation's mission, legacy, and impact over the past 70 years. For information about the Foundation and general branding visuals, please visit adha.org/foundation
• Submission deadline: August 3, 2026 @ 9am (CT)

Phase 2: Public Voting

Once submissions close, all eligible entries will be showcased for public voting.

Voting Guidelines

• Voting is open to the public; ADHA membership is not required.
• Participants are encouraged to promote their designs through their personal and professional networks.
• The ADHA Foundation will also promote all eligible submissions across its communication channels.
• There is no limit to the number of votes that may be cast.
• Voting fee: $10 per vote
• Voting timeline: July 27 - TBD

Phase 3: Winner Announcement & Merchandise Launch

Following the voting period, the winning design will be announced and recognized through ADHA Foundation social media channels and other promotional platforms.

Winner Recognition

• The winning design will become the official artwork for the ADHA Foundation's 70th Anniversary commemorative merchandise collection.
• Limited-edition merchandise featuring the winning design will be available for purchase at ADHA26 (Sep. 26 - 28) while supplies last.
• All merchandise proceeds will directly support the ADHA Foundation's mission and programming.

Design Approval & Usage Rights

All submitted designs selected for final consideration or production are subject to review and approval by the ADHA Foundation and the ADHA Marketing Department to ensure alignment with organizational branding standards, professional expectations, and overall suitability.

By entering the competition, participants acknowledge and agree that:

• The ADHA Foundation reserves the right to request modifications to any submitted design.
• Final selection may be contingent upon branding, marketing, and production considerations.
• The winning designer grants the ADHA Foundation permission to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and promote the submitted design in connection with Foundation marketing, fundraising, merchandise sales, and related activities.
• The winning design may be used in future promotional materials supporting the ADHA Foundation's mission and programs.