Call to Artists – TANF Logo Design
The Suquamish Tribal TANF Program (STTP) seeks a logo design that embodies the spirit of community, growth, and self-reliance. The logo should represent the program’s dedication to supporting families and children while reflecting cultural values, natural elements, and the journey toward independence and well-being.
The design should tell a visual story of connection, evolution, and empowerment — honoring tradition while embracing progress. It should convey warmth, depth, and inclusivity, reflecting the strength and unity of the Suquamish people. The logo must be colorful and vibrant, yet clear and impactful when printed in black and white.
Key themes and elements may include, but are not required:
• A welcoming, community-centered design that carries depth and meaning from multiple perspectives
• Evolution and progress represented through water, plants, and natural cycles
• Family, growth, and support — symbolizing resilience and empowerment across generations
• Cultural representation such as the medicine wheel, basket weaving, or circular motifs, expressing unity and balance
• Animal symbolism representing all different walks of life — such as salmon, otter, bear, frog, eagle, deer, or hummingbird — reflecting connection, journey, and harmony among all living beings
• Nature and place, including mountains, cedar leaves, and other elements signifying strength, growth, and connection to land and culture
• Movement and diversity — showing that whether flying, walking, or swimming, all paths lead toward shared outcomes of strength, leadership, and self-sufficiency
The final logo should serve as a visual representation of the Suquamish Tribal TANF Program’s purpose: to honor tradition, uplift families, and celebrate the collective journey toward independence, balance, well-being, finding employment, and growth.
The Suquamish Tribal TANF Program (STTP) is dedicated to empowering eligible Suquamish and other American Indian/Alaska Native families by promoting self-reliance through cultural preservation, healthy living, and access to education, employment, and career development opportunities. Through temporary financial assistance and culturally grounded supportive services, STTP helps families build lasting self-sufficiency and a strong foundation for future generations.
Program Purpose:
Rooted in the values of the Suquamish Tribe, STTP strives to strengthen families, reduce dependency, promote healthy lifestyles, and empower parents to achieve self-reliance. By supporting children within their homes and fostering strong family connections, the program encourages growth, balance, and long-term independence through education, employment, and community connection.
Call to Artists:
If you are inspired to create a logo that reflects the values and purpose of the Suquamish Tribal TANF Program, we invite you to submit your design proposal. Show us your vision of community, culture, and growth, and help visually tell the story of STTP’s commitment to families and self-reliance. We value the talent that goes into creating a logo, and the selected artist will be compensated for the work. Deadline to apply: January 15, 2026.
For more details, call 360-394-8646, visit the TANF office located in Human Services, or email Faith Reese at FReese@suquamish.nsn.us.
