Thank you for the feedback. Here are some additional options (#49, #50, #51, #52, #53) showing different background and print color options, on both light & dark backgrounds. Glad you like the drawing!
I uploaded a few different variations, just exploring some of the ways the logo could be used. I also uploaded an updated drawing that gives the lines a little more of a graphical look (#129), but I think the original drawing has a bit more character to it. I can always update that drawing if you are looking to simplify the design.
Please let me know if there is anything further you would like to see (you would need to move my rank back to 1st, as it has been for most of the contest to see more of my design work). I think my logo is very original, while the logo you have moved into first place is a clear copy of the California State flag.
It's a great design. Some comments I got from a few others who help me run the foundation was that it looked too much like a Huskie (dog). I'd like to see what changes you can make, but it's no doubt a great design. Frankly, I wish I could get both of them!
I have a number of new drawings I did over the weekend. If you want to take a look, please move me back to the number 1 slot sometime today (We can only upload files at this point if I am ranked 1st).