A Cause, Some Cardboard, and a Creative Mind
Express what homelessness means to you. Design a shelter that exhibits the following criteria:
+ Educational theme regarding homelessness
+ Creativity
+ Comfort
+ Livability
Keep in mind that in addition to promoting awareness of homelessness, your box should be as comfortable as possible for you to spend the night. Bring a tarp to put under (or over) your box shelter in case of inclement weather.
To ensure we have enough room on the field for all campers, we do ask that shelters be kept to 150 sq. feet or less. If you plan to create a structure larger than 150 sq. feet, please email proposed plans to tnicol@yss.ames.ia.us for approval.
CLICK HERE to download the Boxed-in Design entry form.
All entry forms must be received by 7:00 p.m. in order to be eligible for the contest. You will receive a number to attach to your shelter. Bring the finished design to the stadium or create your box design at the stadium.
Judging will take place starting at 8:00 p.m. with the winners announced at or around 10:00 p.m. at the Entertainment Stage north of the field.
Pictures of the winning entries and their “stories” will be posted on the Nationwide Insurance Boxed-In Design Award Board in the Field House following the presentation of awards and certificates.
You are required to construct the shelter out of acceptable materials listed below. DO NOT CONTRUCT YOUR SHELTER OUT OF THE UNACCEPTABLE MATERIALS LISTED BELOW. Your entry will be disqualified. We are partnering with Drake University and we want to ensure we take proper care of the stadium turf.
ACCEPTABLE MATERIALS:
Cardboard, Paper, Props, Tape, String or rope, Small staples, Crayons, Chalk, Water-Based Markers, Battery powered lighting may be used for effect.
UNACCEPTABLE MATERIALS:
Paint, Wood, Permanent Markers, Large Staples, Glue
Box designs using prohibited materials will not be allowed in the stadium.
Awards will be presented in the following categories:
+ BEST IN SHOW- this award will go to the one boxed-in design that best represents the following criteria: education/theme, creativity, comfort, and livability. (Not eligible for other awards)
+ BEST OVERALL DESIGN – this award will go to the boxed-in designs (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards) that best represent the following criteria: education/theme, creativity, comfort, and livability
+ BEST EDUCATION/THEME – this award will go to the boxed-in designs (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards) that best promote homelessness awareness: the issues, available resources, a call to action, etc.
Honorable mention certificates will go to the Best Overall Design in the following categories:
+ Family Team
+ Youth Group (K-12)
+ Adult Group
+ Individual Youth (18 or under)
+ Individual Adult (19 or over)
