Block Kids Competition

The Block Kids Program is a FREE National Blocks Building Competition for Girls & Boys through the NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF) and sponsored locally by the Washington, DC Chapter of NAWIC.

The Competition is open to Grades K thru 6th.

The Block Kids Building Program is a nationwide building competition that introduces children from kindergarten to 6th grade to the world of construction careers.
Local Winners Advance to a regional level, and one semi-finalist from each region will move on to the national competition.

Details about the upcoming Block Kids event
Date: Saturday January 10th, 2026
Time: 8:30am - 11:00am
Location: Thomas Edison High School, 12501 Dalewood Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Would you like to Volunteer?

  • Inspire Young Minds: Your volunteer role at Block Kids will inspire and empower the next generation of builders and construction enthusiasts.

  • Foster Creativity: Share your knowledge to foster creativity and a passion for construction.

  • Make a Difference: Be part of something bigger and make a positive impact in your community.

Would you like to Sponsor?

Sponsoring the Block Kids event is a direct investment in inspiring the future of the construction industry.  
Thank you for considering the profound impact your sponsorship can have on the next generation of builders.

The History of Block Kids

Erma Lamousin, member of the Gr. Mississippi Gulf Coast NAWIC Chapter, initiated the first contest held in Biloxi.

Erma shared the idea with president-elect Carol Ericson of the Connecticut/New York Line chapter who enlisted Susan Levy, past NAWIC president, to write guidelines. Carol then recruited NAWIC President Judy Short of the Cincinnati Ohio chapter to assist the contest kickoff with a special presentation at the 1989 NAWIC Convention in Seattle, WA.

Erma’s granddaughter, Natalie Smith, designed the NAWIC Block Kids who were then named in a special contest “Connie Struction” and “Bill Ditt”.

Program Gallery

Come and See all the fun Building a Construction Project with Blocks can be!

NAWIC DC Chapter 67 is very proud to show you pictures from our 2023 Block Kids Competition. It was a beautiful day filled with fun and excitement!