Shelby County Bras for a Cause Decorating Contest

General Information Sheet

Contest

Decorated bras will be on display from Feb. 11^th to Feb. 25^th on our website, www.cancerassociationofshelbycountyindiana.org Voting will be done by patron participation.

$1.00 = 1 vote online, at participates place of business and at the Event on Saturday, February 28th. All donations will be given to the Cancer Association of Shelby County Inc. to help those battling cancer in our community.

Pricing

Each bra entry requires a non-refundable $10.00 entry fee.

Eligibility

The show is open to all original artworks. All entries will follow the submission guideline. The organizing committee reserves the right to refuse to accept or display any entry.

Awards & Prizes

There will be 1^st 2^nd and 3^rd place winners that will be determined by number of votes received. There will also be a “Committee Favorite” that will be determined by our Bras for the Cause Committee. Final vote count will be on Saturday, February 28th with awards being given out at during the evenings event.

Submission Guidelines

All entries are to be created on a new 32C to 38C back-closure bra. All front straps, and sides should be completely decorated. Strapless bras cannot be accepted. Please do not sew the bra closed. The inside does not need to be decorated.
Bras should be well constructed as they may be moved and mounted on various mannequins. Appliqués and other applied objects should be firmly attached. Sewing is preferred but strong glues and other mechanical fastening methods are acceptable. Tape is not recommended.
Bras are to be constructed of materials that are not perfumed, soiled, perishable, or in any way inherently dangerous. Please do not use food or food products unless individual prewrapped food (candy) will be acceptable
Bras must be constructed in a manner that allows for mounting or transfer to a display mannequin or mounted on special hangers. No backing panels or plaques.
Each entry must include a name tag with the designer’s name, contact information and a bra name. Name tags must be attached to the interior of the bra or written on with a permanent marker.
All bras will be considered as a donation and will become the property of the event. The four winning bras will be kept on display in the downtown window of the Cancer Association for 30 days and placed on their association’s face book page.
All entries must have registration form attached (next page). We also request that you name your bra along with details of your bra. Was it created in honor or memory of someone? Is it symbolic of a journey, struggle, or celebration? of a special dedication to a specific person or group – like a family member, friend, survivor, fighters, or those we’ve lost?)

When & Where for the Bra Design Photoshoot

Cancer Association of Shelby County at 37 Public Square, Shelbyville Indiana by February 5^th, 2026.

Call or text 317-695-0354 for an appointment time or email Lucinda@shelbycancer.org.

Bras will then be placed on a mannequin for the picture to be featured online for voting. Each bra entry has the option to have their bra featured on a model of their choosing and submit a picture for the online voting no later than February 5th. Models must wear under the designer’s bra either a solid white or black shirt. Shirt must also be a crew neck or turtleneck. Pictures must be from the waist up. You can get very creative when selecting to use a model with hats, props, etc. Committee has the right to reject any model picture entry that is not tasteful.

When & Where to Drop Your Bra Off

All bras that contestants kept off site for cash voting should be returned to the Cancer Association by Wednesday, February 25^th before 5:00 p.m. Please have your bra packaged in a manner to prevent damage during the transportation to the event.