Kansas Conservation *Do NOT use company name in Logo*

What the contest holder asked for

Company or website name

Kansas Conservation *Do NOT use company name in Logo*

Slogan or Tagline

Embrace Change to Cultivate Growth

Describe your company and organization and target audience

<span data-teams="true"><p><span style="font-size: inherit;">The Kansas Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) is a voluntary, nongovernmental, nonprofit, incorporated organization that was established in 1944, two years before the National Association of Conservation Districts was formed.&nbsp; Its members are the&nbsp;</span><a aria-label="Link conservation districts" id="menur36v" href="https://www.kacd.net/conservation-districts.cfm" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.kacd.net/conservation-districts.cfm"><span style="font-size: inherit;">conservation districts</span></a><span style="font-size: inherit;">&nbsp;located in the state’s 105 counties.</span></p><p>KACD supports conservation districts&nbsp;in their work with government agencies, partner organizations,&nbsp;businesses, and landonwers to implement best management practices, to utilize innovative equipment and materials, to provide technical assistance, and to develop expertise to address natural resource concerns which benefit&nbsp;both the agricultural community and society as a whole. Those areas of concern&nbsp;include:</p><ul><li>agricultural and urban erosion and sediment control</li><li>water quality</li><li>water quantity</li><li>range and pasture management</li><li>wildlife habitat</li><li>other natural resource management issues</li></ul></span>

The design should have the following

<span data-teams="true"><p style="margin-bottom: 8px;"><span style="font-size: inherit;">The design should only have the words "Embrace Change to Cultivate Growth"</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8px;"><span style="font-size: inherit;">Some type of design with relation to Conservation and growing could be neat.&nbsp;</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8px;"><span style="font-size: inherit;">Basic colors are preferred. KACD is primarily darker green, but this logo doesn't have to be green. Natural colors would be good though!&nbsp;</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8px;">Cultivate does NOT suggest farm equipment for imagery.&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-bottom: 8px;">Need to use only Adobe or FreeFont fonts&nbsp;</p><p style="margin-bottom: 8px;">Need a sqaure or wide version.</p><h3><strong>Core Message</strong></h3><p>This logo and tagline reflect a mindset at the heart of modern agriculture: recognizing that the future of the land—and those who work it—depends on our willingness to adapt, learn, and innovate.</p><ul><li><strong>"Embrace Change"</strong> speaks to the evolving nature of agriculture: changing weather patterns, markets, conservation practices, and community needs. It represents a forward-thinking attitude rooted in resilience and openness.</li><li><strong>"To Cultivate Growth"</strong> reflects both literal and metaphorical growth: <ul><li><strong>Literal:</strong> Enhancing soil health, water quality, biodiversity, and crop sustainability.</li><li><strong>Metaphorical:</strong> Growing knowledge, partnerships, and community engagement in conservation.</li></ul></li></ul><p>Together, the phrase becomes a call to action: progress happens when we welcome change as an opportunity—not an obstacle.</p><h3><strong>Why No Equipment in the Logo</strong></h3><p>The decision to <strong>exclude equipment</strong> underscores that the mission is about <strong>people, land, and stewardship</strong>—not just tools. It centers the logo on <strong>natural systems and human commitment</strong>, aligning with themes like:</p><ul><li><strong>Soil conservation</strong></li><li><strong>Water protection</strong></li><li><strong>Prairie preservation</strong></li><li><strong>Generational sustainability</strong></li></ul><p>It also avoids tying the brand to any specific type of agriculture (row crop, ranching, etc.), making it more inclusive and reflective of diverse conservation efforts across Kansas</p></span>

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This design should not have this in the entries

<p>Company Name or Website.</p><p>Farm Equipment</p>

These values are what the logo should communicate

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What style of logo would you like?

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Colors to use in the design

Green, Browns, golds, neutrals and nature

Types of files I need for this design

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Briefly describe your contest

Kansas Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) supports conservation districts in their work with government agencies, partner organizations, businesses, and landowners with agricultural and urban erosion and sediment control water quality water quantity range and pasture management wildlife habitat other natural resource management issues. We are needing a logo for their 2025 Annual Conference with the words "Embrace Change to Cultivate Growth"