Competition
Art for a Cause: Design The Date Project Tin for 2026!
Calling all artists! 
Create a design that not only celebrates art but also transforms lives around the world. Your design could be featured on our 2026 tin, becoming a beacon of hope and kindness. 
Why Enter?
Your design will be showcased internationally.
100% of profits from tin sales support aid initiatives in partnership with One Nation.
Gain global recognition for your artistic talent.
How to Enter:
Send your designs to design@thedateproject.org
for further guidance. 
Deadline: 6th of June
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference through your art! For more details, visit our website.
Get Inspired!
Draw from previous designs, traditional Islamic arts, or create something iconic and unique.
Ensure your design works for the lid of a date tin and can be embossed, utilizing different printing techniques for added elegance.
Guidance for Designing The Date Project Tin
1. Inspiration:
- Draw inspiration from previous designs, traditional Islamic arts, or create something entirely unique and iconic.
2. Design Requirements:
- Your design must be suitable for the lid of a date tin.
- Ensure the design can be embossed and utilize various printing techniques to add elegance and sophistication.
- The design should be clear and impactful when scaled to fit the tin lid.
3. Submission Details:
- Format: Submit your design in high-resolution JPEG or PNG format.
- Email your design to design@thedateproject.org with the subject line “2026 Tin Design Submission.”
- Include your name, contact information, and a brief description of your design and its inspiration.
- Please also include a contact number with your submission.
4. Deadline:
- All submissions must be received by June 6, 2025. Entries received after this date will not be accepted.
5. Additional Guidance:
- Visit www.thedateproject.org/competition for detailed guidelines and tips.
- Follow us on social media for updates and inspiration.
- For any questions, please email us at design@thedateproject.org
Terms and Conditions
1.Eligibility:
- The competition is open to all artists worldwide.
2.Submission Rules:
- Each participant may submit up to three designs.
- Designs must be original and created solely by the participant.
- By submitting a design, participants agree to grant The Date Project the right to use, reproduce, and modify the design for promotional and commercial purposes.
3.Selection Process:
- Designs will be reviewed by a panel of judges from The Date Project.
- The winning design(s) will be selected based on creativity, relevance to the theme, and suitability for the tin lid.
- Only the winner(s) will be contacted. We will not provide feedback to each entry.
4.Prizes:
- The winning design will be featured on The Date Project tins for 2026, distributed internationally.
- The artist will receive recognition on our website and social media platforms.
- Profits from the sale of the tins will support aid initiatives with One Nation.
5.Intellectual Property:
- The winning design and any intellectual property for that design will belong to The Date Project for charitable purposes.
- Participants retain the right to use their designs.
6.General Conditions:
- The Date Project reserves the right to modify or cancel the competition at any time.
- By entering, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.
- For any questions or additional information, please contact us at design@thedateproject.org.