NCCC Centennial Logo Contest

Celebrating 100 Years of Nevada County Country Club

1. Project Overview

Nevada County Country Club (NCCC) is proud to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026! To commemorate this incredible milestone, we’re inviting creative minds to design a Centennial Logo that honors our rich history and bright future. This logo will be featured across our website, merchandise, event signage, social media, and more.

2. Contest Objectives

  • Design a visually appealing and memorable logo marking NCCC’s 100th year.
  • Capture the essence of local history, nature, and the game of golf.
  • Create a versatile design suitable for multiple formats and uses.
  • Engage the community and celebrate our centennial together.

3. Design Guidelines

Must Include:

  • The phrase “100 Years” or “Centennial
  • A clean, simplified design — not too cluttered
  • Elements inspired by:
    • The historic NCCC Victorian clubhouse (simplified or iconic)
    • Nevada County’s heritage
    • Golf or natural surroundings

Color Palette (Use or Complement):

  • Barn Red #660202
  • Gold #DFB475
  • Forest Green #026634
  • Cream #E7D5BB
  • White & Black
  • Current logo & branding guidelines: https://nevadacountygolf.com/nccc-logos/

Style & Usability:

  • Professional, modern, and timeless aesthetic
  • Scalable: works in digital and print, from small merch to large banners
  • Must look great in color and black-and-white

File Submission Requirements:

  • Vector files: AI, EPS, SVG
  • Raster files: PNG, JPG
  • Submit both color and monochrome versions

4. Audience

  • NCCC members & guests
  • Local community & event sponsors
  • Event attendees & vendors

5. Timeline

  • Submissions Due: June 20, 2025
  • NCCC Board will shortlist top entries
  • NCCC Members will vote on final selection

6. Prize

Winning Design Receives: $500
(Plus full recognition and bragging rights as our Centennial Designer!)


How to Enter

Contest is open to all – student, teacher, professional artist and photoshop novice

You can enter multiple designs

Email your final design files and a short description of your concept to: pro@nevadacountygolf.com

Subject line: NCCC Centennial Logo Contest Submission

Questions? Reach out to Cheryl DeGrasse (510) 846-2720 (text or call) or Creek Scott (530) 273-6436