NNO Theme Contest Judging Criteria

Please note: The deadline is August 7, 2026.

Participants of the National Night Out Theme Contest are judged by the following criteria on a scale of 1 to 4, with 4 being the highest.

Use of Theme: "Stronger Together, Safer Neighborhoods!"

• Does the party outline fully promote the theme of Orlando's NNO?
• Does the theme flow throughout the party outline?
• Does the theme of the party reflect careful planning? 
  

Creativity

• Has the party outline demonstrated a new approach to the delivery of the message?
• Creative slogans, party name, games that promote the theme, etc.?
• Does the party outline and supporting documents indicate the use of creativity (i.e. colors, graphics, flyers, posters, technology, social media, etc.)?

Neighborhood Involvement

• Does the party outline include activities for children and/or seniors?
• Does the party outline indicate party planning and coordination involved various members of the community?
• Does the party involve a local business or merchant?

Crime Prevention Usage and Education

• Does the party outline include crime prevention verbiage?
• Does the party outline seek to educate neighbors on crime prevention techniques?
• Does the party outline indicate plans for training or distribution of brochures?

Clarity

• Is the party outline self-explanatory and easily understood?
• Are all lettering, signs and diagrams neat and accurate?
• Are lettering, signs and diagrams appropriately used or do they clutter or confuse?