Promo Kit
Permaculture Design Contest
PDC Teacher Promo Kit
How to use this promo kit:
Mix and match the graphics and captions that work best for your audience! Feel free to adapt to language to feel like your voice while keeping a consistent core message.
Suggested Language
To make it easy for you to share about The Permaculture Design Contest, we’ve written up some suggested language for you to use.
Please know, you are not limited to this language. You are the expert on your audience and should feel free to edit the provided language to fit your voice and brand while maintaining the core message.
PROMOTION SCRIPTS
1. Plug-and-Play Email or Syllabus Insert (For Teachers to Send to Students)
Email Template – “Enter Your Design & Win $2,500!”
Subject: Submit Your Final Design & Win $2,500!
Hi [Student Name],
As part of your final project for this PDC, you’re invited to submit your design to the 2025 PINA Permaculture Design Contest!
🏆 $2,500 prize for the top New Designer
🌍 Open to students in any PDC course completed between Jan 1, 2024 and Oct 15, 2025
🗓️ Submission Period Open: August 15-October 15, 2025
🔗 Submission Link: https://pina.in/design_2025-pina-design-contest/
Why submit?
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Build your portfolio
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Be recognized as a rising designer
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Share your work on PINA’s platform
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Show off your creativity and problem-solving
You already created the design—now let it shine!
Let me know if you have questions or need help submitting.
Best,
[Your Name]
PDC Instructor
2. Syllabus Insert
📣 Extra Credit Opportunity: Submit your Final Design to the PINA Design Contest
Prize: $2,500 for Best New Designer
Submission Period Open: August 15-October 15, 2025
Apply here: https://pina.in/design_2025-pina-design-contest/
Open to all PDC students who finish a course in 2024 or 2025
Showcase your design to the broader permaculture world!
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3. Slide Content – “Enter to Win $2,500!”
🎓 PDC Students: Turn Your Final Design Into a $2,500 Prize!
You’re eligible to submit your final design to the
2025 Permaculture Design Contest (PINA)
✅ Open to any student completing a PDC in 2024 or 2025
💰 Prize: $2,500 for Best New Designer
🌍 Your work will be seen by top designers & educators
📅 Submission Period Open: August 15-October 15, 2025
📩 Submit here: https://pina.in/design_2025-pina-design-contest/
Your design is done—share it with the world.
4. Submission Deadline Info
Submissions Open: August 15, 2025
Deadline: October 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT
Winners Announced: November 2025
Eligibility: Students who completed a Permaculture Design Course between Jan 1, 2024 – Oct 15, 2025
📘 Design Submission Guide
Step-by-step for students:
1. Finalize your design document (PDF, slideshow, or layout with explanation).
2. Include:
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Site map or design graphic
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Goals, strategy, and permaculture principles used
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Brief narrative (1–2 pages or video optional)
3. Upload your materials at: https://pina.in/design_2025-pina-design-contest/
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4. Optional: Add a short bio and photo
5. Hit submit before October 15!
✅ Submission Checklist (For Students)
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Final Design Document (PDF, slideshow, or layout)
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Design clearly applies permaculture ethics and principles
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Site analysis or base map included
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Summary of design goals and choices
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Optional: Personal bio or short intro video
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Submitted before October 15, 2025
❓ FAQ for Teachers and Students
Q: What is the Submission Period?
A: Designs can be submitted between Aug 15, 2025 thru Oct 15, 2025.
Q: Who can enter the New Designer track?
A: Anyone who completed a Permaculture Design Course between Jan 1, 2024 and Oct 15, 2025.
Q: Can a group submit one design?
A: Yes, just note all team members in the submission form.
Q: Do students need a polished portfolio?
A: No—just a clear, thought-out design that uses permaculture principles.
Q: What format should the design be in?
A: PDF, slideshow, or design map with written or video explanation.
Q: Can students win both tracks?
A: Yes—All submissions will be considered for both the New Designer or Experienced Designer track.
Q: How will the prize money be awarded?
A: Award money will be paid to implement the design based on the budget submitted. The prize money for the Biochar track will be awarded in stages: $5,000 upon winning, with the remaining $2500 distributed after the work is completed and social media–friendly video content is submitted showcasing the project. The New Designer track will follow a similar pattern, with $1500 awarded upfront and the remaining $1000 awarded upon completion with social media–friendly video content is submitted showcasing the project. Subsequent revision or deviation of 10% or more from the budget submitted is subject to approval by PINA.
Social Media Graphics
These square graphics can be posted as an Instagram carousel or a group of photos on Facebook– whatever makes the most sense for your audience! Feel free to use the language above to work off of for your caption.
The Permaculture Institute of North America & Other Details
In this section you’ll find brief descriptions about The Permaculture Design Contest, along with information about our host, the Permaculture Institute of North America (PINA).
To download The PINA logo, right click (command+click on Mac) the logo below and save to your computer.
Get to know our host, the Permaculture Institute of North America
The Permaculture Institute of North America is a non profit dedicated to Promoting Permaculture throughout North America. Visit us at Pina.in
About PINA
PINA is a professional association for Permaculture Practitioners working across North America and Hawaiʻi to:
- Promote permaculture pathways in professional development
- Facilitate networking and connectivity among permaculture practitioners
- Grant diplomas recognizing excellence and achievement
- Bring permaculture solutions to the challenges of social justice, land regeneration, and climate change
- Preserve the integrity and quality of the Permaculture Design Course
- Elevate the status and impact of Permaculture by influencing public policy and private development to improve the quality of life for all
- PINA builds value for the permaculture community by supporting education and professional development. Read more about PINA’s Mission here.
The Permaculture Design Contest 2025
The Permaculture Design Contest is a way for us to highlight the important work that Permaculture Professionals are engaged in every day.
By holding an annual contest we can ensure designers get more publicity for the work they’re involved in as well as funding to make those projects a reality.
