County Clerk’s Office announces 2026 “I Voted” sticker design contest
Published on March 10, 2026
The Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office is excited to announce the 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Design Contest. Open to students in grades pre-K through 12, this contest aims to inspire creativity and communicate the importance of voting and civic participation. Students should submit their designs to the Clerk’s Office no later than April 7, 2026.
Competition Details:
Students grades pre-K through 12 can submit designs for an "I Voted" / “I Voted Early”/ or “Future Voter” sticker that will be distributed during the upcoming 2026 Elections.
Submission Deadline: April 7, 2026, Midnight
Submission Guidelines:
- Each design must include ONE of the following phrases:
"I Voted" / “I Voted Early”/ or “Future Voter”
- The final sticker will be roughly 2” x 2” in size but does not have to be square or round. The original design can be larger, if it sizes down well into the final print area.
- The design should be an original creation and completed 100% by the student.
- Submissions can be digital or hand-drawn.
Judging Criteria:
- Creativity and originality
- Relevance to the theme of voting
- Encompass the unique qualities of Los Alamos
- Visual appeal and clarity of message
How to Submit:
Digital designs can be emailed to clerks@losalamosnm.gov with the subject line: Sticker Design Contest
Hand-drawn designs can be mailed or dropped off at:
Attn: Sticker Contest
Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office
1000 Central Avenue, Suite 240
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Prizes:
The three winning designs—one for each key phrase—will be printed and distributed as official stickers at all Los Alamos County voting locations for the 2026 election year. Winners and runners-up will receive a prize from the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office and recognition at the May 17, 2026, County Council meeting.
“The sticker contest encourages and inspires young local artists, while also helping them learn about our democratic process,” explained County Clerk Michael D. Redondo. “I would like to thank everyone who supports and participates in this opportunity to promote civic engagement among our youth.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the Los Alamos County Clerk’s Office at 505-662-8010 or email clerks@losalamosnm.gov. All contest information and forms are available online at lacnm.com/Vote-Stickers.
2026 Sticker Contest Flyer.pdf(PDF, 506KB) 2026 Sticker Contest Form.pdf(PDF, 523KB)