The COAI Logo is the property of Clowns Of America International, Incorporated. Usage by the membership requires prior approval by the COAI Executive Board, except in the following cases:
- A current member or member alley can use the logo on their business card and say “member of Clowns Of America International” with the logo.
- A current member or member alley can use the logo on their website as long as the logo is acquired for the COAI website and is not altered any manner other than size.
- A current member or member alley can use the logo on stationary or in newsletters.
- Membership in COAI does not endorse the performance level of the performer. Any misuse or misrepresentation of the logo by the performer could be grounds for forfeiture of usage and/or membership in COAI.
Questions on any matter dealing with logo utilization can be directed to the Executive Vice President. Contact information is on the inside cover of any recent New Calliope.
In 1985 a search was on for a logo for the newly formed Clowns of America International. Then president Hunter Stevens received 25 entries in a contest that was launched. The design, submitted by Marjorie K. Smart was chosen. It met all of the criteria set forth – it was 2-color, the design was clear and simple, and could be made into a patch.
Pictured here are Maxine “Tip” Stein and Bill “Kolo” Kolodin of Alley #6, Kapitol Klowns along with the new logo that was premiered at the convention in 1986.
