Woodmen of the World are the second largest purchaser of American flags after the U.S. government, which they've been donating to community organizations across the country since 1947. As part of their 125th anniversary as an organization, Woodmen of the World hosts a patriotic pride video contest, open to entries from all elementary schools in the nation through April 24. Regional Community Outreach Manager Angela Hatton speaks with Kate Lochte on Sounds Good about the contest and the cash awards for the winning videos.
As part of their patriotic program, Woodmen of the World works with schools to provide American Patriots handbooks for teachers, which include the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, a history of the flag and biographies of the U.S. presidents at no cost to the school.
For their video contest, they hope to spark early interest in patriotism and love of country, Hatton says, educating children on how to show respect for where they live, pride in where they live and how to respect military service members. The subject matter is wide open. The videos should be 30 to 60 seconds, featuring children talking about why they love America or doing some activity that embodies the idea. Voting will be held on social media. The deadline is April 24, voting begins April 27.
The winning school will receive $2,500, second place gets $1,500 and third place gets a 'patriotic prize pack' including 500 flags, 500 flag code and guideline books, 50 flag posters, 500 presidential rulers.
More about the contest at at Woodmen of the World's Facebook page.
