Model Home Building Contest

Join us for our 4th annual model home building contest, open to all students grades K-12 in Bennington County

Thursday, February 29th 5:30 PM at the First Congregational Church in Manchester

Calling All Students!

In this model home building contest, students create their own three-dimensional model homes either individually or in teams. On the contest day, participants present their creations for evaluation by construction professionals, local sponsors, and themselves.

Over the years, imaginative entries have included houses made from recycled materials, Styrofoam, Legos, and even 3D pens, showcasing the limitless creativity of students. All participants receive recognition for their efforts, and top winners earn prizes.

The event’s main goal is to raise awareness about the crucial need for affordable housing and generate funds for local Habitat homebuilding programs in Bennington County. The Model Home Building Contest introduces students to Habitat for Humanity’s mission, allowing them to understand the importance of affordable housing from a young age. While not engaged in on-site construction activities, students learn how they can contribute to helping their neighbors in need in the future, aligning with Habitat for Humanity’s broader goals in Bennington County.

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K-4th

 Emphasis on Home

  • Which rooms in a home are the most important to you? 
  •  What is special about a home versus a school building or other structure?
5th-8th

Emphasis on Materials Used

  • What makes for a good home?  
  • How does the house flow? 
  • What are the “wow elements”? 
  • What materials would you use in the building of a home?
9th-12th

Emphasis on Sustainability

  • What makes your design a sustainable home?
  • How is you home efficient in terms of energy and water usage?

Guidelines for All Model Home Contest Categories:

  • Model homes can be made of any/all materials.

  • Students must be present on 2/29/24 with their model home to win.

  • Students can enter individually, or team up in groups of 2, 3 or 4. (No more than 4 students per team).

  • Model homes should be no larger than 20” x 20” x 20”.

  • Each contestant must complete register online (on this page).

  • Judging will be determined by a panel of local professionals, and the students and parents/families present.

  • Students must be prepared to speak briefly about their model home.

  • All model homes must be new. Students cannot enter with a model home that was entered in previous years. 

Prizes

Grand Prize: $1,000 CASH

Each category will have an additional winner (or winning team), who receive(s) the following:

  • A day pass to Bromley Mountain Adventure Park
  • A takeout Pizza Party

All participating students will receive a small gift for our thankfulness of their participation in this contest.

*Please note that this year the winner(s) of the $1,000 grand prize will NOT be eligible to win their specific category as well.*

Register for 2024

Information for Teachers

While this model home building contest is open to all students on an individual basis, many local schools have opted to make our contest part of their curriculum. Since the primary goal of this contest is to have students of all ages be involved and aware of Habitat for Humanity, we strongly support our contest being used as a lesson plan. Attached is a short 3 page document of ideas to form your curriculum.

Want to be a Sponsor?

Event Sponsor: $5,000.00

  • One Seat on Special Judge’s Panel;
  • Logos embedded at the end of the Model Home Contest highlight video;
  • Logos embedded on all posters, and online advertisements.
  • Inclusion in all media materials (press release announcing competition; and a second press release announcing winners);
  • Logo placement on Bennington County Habitat’s Facebook page, whenever the contest is mentioned.
 

Gold Sponsor: $2,500.00

  • Logos embedded at the end of the Model Home Contest highlight video;
  • Logos embedded on all posters, and online advertisements.
  • Logo placement on Bennington County Habitat’s Facebook page, whenever the contest is mentioned.
 

Silver Sponsor: $1,000.00

  • Logo placement on Bennington County Habitat’s Facebook page, and all contest advertisements.
 

General Supporter: $50.00+

  • Name listed at time of event, and in a subsequent Facebook Post.

Model Home Contest Sponsors

Contest is on 2/29/24 at 5:30

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