This is a really lovely initiative and one that I would love to participate in the contest as Hive Fest has been an event that I have always dreamed of attending. Still, due to some issues like the distance and transportation, I can not.
I may still make an entry even though I know I would not win due to lack of funds for plane ticket and obtaining a visa. Would have been easier let's say Hive was still at $3, making power down would have solved that issue with funds.