Cox Mobile announced Jadyn M. from the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Emerald Coast as one of 22 finalists in its nationwide phone case design competition, moving her closer to winning a $25,000 scholarship.

• “My artwork symbolizes how world peace and unity is in our reach,” Jadyn said of her design.

The competition, which builds on Cox’s existing partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, invited teen club members across Cox markets to submit phone case designs.

“The art and stories produced by all participants are truly inspiring, and we are so excited to cheer on Jadyn as she advances in this competition,” said David Deliman, market vice president for Cox Gulf Coast on Wednesday.

As a finalist, Jayden received a tech package that included an iPad, iPad pencil, Sony headphones, and an Otterbox for the iPad.. The grand prize winner, to be announced this spring, will secure the scholarship and their local Boys & Girls Club will receive a $25,000 Cox Innovation Lab grant.

• “The Cox mobile phone case arts design contest is the perfect example of young people getting unique opportunities to shine and reach their full potential,” said Shervin Rassa, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of the Emerald Coast. “We are incredibly proud that Jadyn’s creativity has earned her recognition as the Gulf Coast market winner.”

OtterBox, Cox Mobile’s exclusive phone case partner, will manufacture and sell the winning design online and in Cox retail stores, with proceeds benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

“Partnering with Boys & Girls Clubs of America in this way reflects our ongoing commitment to utilizing technology to create meaningful opportunities, support community growth and inspire the next generation of leaders,” said Colleen Langner, Chief Residential Officer of Cox Communications and Boys & Girls Clubs of America Southeast Trustee.