Flag Program

Thank you for supporting the Kiwanis Club of Grosse Ile by participating in the Flag Subscription Program!

Last month, a poll was emailed to the current Flag subscribers to determine the preference for retaining the existing program at $60/year (Flags raised and lowered multiple times during the season) or changing the program so that Flags are flown throughout the season at $80/year (increase in cost is due to wear and tear/replacement of flags).

Over 75% of the respondents preferred the option of leaving the Flags flying throughout the season—so the new program will take effect May 2025.

The new subscription program (leaving Flags up for season) increases cost to $80/year and covers the following: Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Patriots Day, Voting Day (when appropriate), and Veterans Day.

Several subscribers provided great feedback on the Flag program—Thank you! Comments also included the price for the program, ranging from “You should charge more for this wonderful service!” to “I can’t afford the additional cost for the new program.” To address the price issue, a field will be added to the 2025 subscription form so that additional donations can be made to support the Kiwanis or help a neighbor.

As a reminder, the funds raised through the flag subscription program are used to benefit the children and community of Grosse Ile. Current programs and benefits include:

     · All Island Cleanup

     · March Reading Month for elementary classrooms

     · Dictionary distribution to 2nd graders

     · Builders Club (Middle School) and Key Club (High School) leadership and volunteerism

     · Scholarships for graduating high school seniors who demonstrate a commitment to community

     · Community Playscape

     · U.S. Flag and Veteran Banner subscriptions

In 2024, we had a record 555 Flags being flown on Grosse Ile—reflecting our patriotism and community pride!