Team Registration
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Online Forms
Fill out team paperwork online
Rules & Regulations
2020 competition guidelines
Registration Fee
Submit Team Payment
Does the cansculpture use ingredients that would create a balanced meal? Does it make for an appetizing meal?
The winner of this category is the cansculpture containing the most cans.
Are the labels used to create details on the cansculpture? Do the labels enhance the cansculpture’s overall appearance?
The winner of this category is the most popular cansculpture determined by receiving the most public votes.
Does the story capture the readers’ attention? Does the story describe what the cansculpture is and how it ties into fighting hunger? Is the artwork creative and original?
Does the cansculpture deserve recognition or acknowledgment for its impressive efforts? Is it considered a “close second”?
Is it awe-inspiring? Will it create a lasting impression? Does the cansculpture excite or stimulate at first sight? Is the cansculpture creative in its use of cans, imagery, theme, or style? Is it a new twist on something or an original idea?
Is it awe-inspiring? Will it create a lasting impression? Does the cansculpture excite or stimulate at first sight? Is the cansculpture creative in its use of cans, imagery, theme, or style? Is it a new twist on something or an original idea?
Team Task List
Use this task list to help keep your team on track
Additional Links
Sponsor Letter Template
View our template for creating your team sponsor letters
Most Needed Items
Consider the Houston Food Bank's 'Most Needed Items'
Mentor Information
Information for High School Team Mentor
Tax Exemption Form
Use the Tax Exemption form when purchasing supplies for your team
W-9
View Canstruction Houston W-9 Form
501(c)3 Approval Letter
Canstruction Houston 501(c)3 Approval Letter
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question that is not listed below, please send us a message using our contact page
Who Can Enter The Competition?
All Architects, Engineers and Construction Professionals are eligible to head up the build teams. Each team has 6 official members that build the can-sculpture.
How Do We Get Cans?
Cans can be donated or bought from area stores and distributors. Each team is responsible for providing and transporting its own cans to their assigned build area. Teams can solicit donations and sponsorship from other firms and businesses.
Some options you may want to consider are: your local supermarket or food stores, courier services, etc.
Why Should I Enter?
If you are still thinking about participating as a team or if you need to motivate your firm to participate, try the following reasons to participate in Canstruction:
- It’s a fun charity event and we have air conditioning
- Interns can get IDP credit and community service hours
- Works as a tax write off
- Free 1-year membership to SDA Houston
What if My Team is Too Small?
Canstruction does take time and effort. and requires a lot of hands. We suggest contacting other small firms or your engineers/contractors to see if they would be willing to team up. We’ve had many such partnerships!
Is There An Entry Fee?
Yes there is an entry fee. Please see the rules for details.
Canstruction Houston now uses the mobile app Venmo to accept payments digitally. Our username is @canstruction-houston
Click here to learn more about paying with Venmo
You may also submit your entry fee by mail. Please refer to our mailing address on the Contact Page.
Are You Tax Exempt?
Yes. Canstruction Houston, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3). As a charity organization, all of our sponsors (team and event) will receive recognition of their donations to the event which can then be applied to their taxes. Also, Canstruction Houston, Inc. is exempt from state and local sales tax (forms are available) which can help teams buy the supplies for their structures.
Click here to view Sales Tax Exemption Form, 501(c) Approval Letter, and W-9 forms
