Prizes

Grand Prize – Cover Photo
The photo that receives the most votes overall will be featured on the cover of NVBA's 2026 calendar, two copies of the calendar, as well as free admission to NVBA events for all of 2026, with the exception of any field trip events (trips that take place more than 50 miles from Reston, VA).

Top 12 Photos – Monthly Winners
The next twelve photos with the highest number of votes will each be featured in our NVBA calendar. Each monthly winner will also receive a copy of the calendar for free.

All Entrants – Honorable Mentions
Photos will be added, with credit, to a webpage on our website honoring the calendar fundraiser for 2026 and will be invited to our Photo Celebration as part of our January Alliance Afternoon.

The Real Reward
Every vote is a donation that directly supports our mission to engage all Northern Virginia communities in enjoying, conserving, and restoring nature for the benefit of birds, other wildlife, and people. We advance our mission through educational programs, citizen science, conservation initiatives, and advocacy initiatives. We envision a world where people, wildlife, and their habitats thrive.