Grimes
Lions Club Holiday Flag Project Q&A
How long has the Holiday Flag Project been around and how
many flags do you put out each holiday?
The Holiday Flag Project just closed out
year three! We started in 2020 with 50
flags. In 2021 we grew to 250 and just
ended 2022 with 500 flags. We are going
to be accepting 800 flags of combined renewals and new subscriptions in 2023.
What
Holidays do you put the flags up for?
The
flags go up at sunrise and come down at sunset on the following 5 major
holidays.
Memorial
Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, and Veteran’s Day.
Who puts out the flags?
The Holiday Flag Project is run by
members of the Grimes Lions Club. The
members volunteer their time to make sure every holiday is a success. Additionally, due to the growth of the
program, we have community nonprofit organizations that we partner with as a
fundraising opportunity. We currently partner
with local Boys Scouts, High School Athletic teams, and local churches. If your organization is interested in a
fundraising opportunity, please reach out!
Who is eligible to participate in the program?
Current residents and businesses with a Grimes address.
What is the cost of the flags per year? Has it changed?
New subscription is $45 for the first year to help cover set
up costs and $35 for renewal after year one. This has increased from $30 last year. The reason for this increase is due to a new
system that we have purchased this year to help us continue to expand and run
the project more efficiently. If you
need assistance with these costs, please reach out as we have had people
inquire about gifting opportunities.
How do I register/renew? How does the new system work?
You will now be able to log on to our new system to
register. We will first be opening this
up to returning subscribers and then allow for new member signups. https://app.helpingwithflags.com/GrimesLions
If you are an existing member, please follow
the above link and go to RENEW Flag Subscription. PLEASE
USE THE SAME EMAIL THAT YOU ORIGINALLY SIGNED UP WITH AS THAT WILL RECOGNIZE
YOU. If you have any issues with
this process, please reach out to grimeslionsflags@gmail.com.
If you would prefer to mail in a check, there is a PDF on
the website that you can print out and mail back.
What if I moved?
Please use the original email that you signed
up with. You will then be allowed to
enter your new address. Please make note
of it on the registration that you have moved.
Can I automatically renew my subscription?
Yes! With the new
system you will now be able to sign up for automatic renewal.
Where is the flag going to be located?
We place the flags in strategic locations to allow for our
volunteers to quickly find the pipe in the ground. The pipe will be placed into the ground and
aligned as closely as possible to your front door. It will be a minimum of 3ft from the curb
and your driveway. We call Iowa One to
come out and mark any lines before digging.
Please let us know of any irrigation systems that might be in the way
before we drill in the PVC pipe/Flag holder. There will be a white line painted on the curb
that marks where the pipe is drilled.
What can I do to help make sure my flag gets out each
holiday?
The pipe has a red cover that you will be able to see in
your yard if you follow the white line on the curb back 3ft. Please try to keep this mowed and leaf free
around these holidays. Additionally,
it is very important that you mark this pipe when having intensive yard work
done. New sod, new soil, reseeding, and
especially aerating can cause damage to your pipe/pull it out of the
ground. We have a much harder time
finding pipes during the fall after these types of projects have been
completed. If your pipe has been
damaged, please reach out to us ASAP.
Who do I contact if I have any additional questions?
Please reach out to grimeslionsflags@gmail.com or message us on Facebook.
How do I donate to your organization?
The new system will now allow subscribers to include an
extra donation if they choose to do so.
We will be using these donations for our Grimes Lions Scholarship
Program. We award scholarships to DC-G
graduating students in recognition of their outstanding achievements in school
and participation in community service initiatives. These scholarships assist
the students in their planned post-secondary education.
You can also mail a check at any time to: Grimes Lions Club P.O. Box 86 Grimes, Iowa
50111
Can you tell me more about Grimes Lions Club?
The Grimes Lions Club was founded in 1947. Our
Mission Statement is “To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all
people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community
involvement and international cooperation". Grimes Lions Club serves in
many ways.
We are very active in our community and are constantly looking for ways we can
assist in the growth of our town. We support other numerous organizations by
providing financial backing and manpower. We are really trying to grow our club
membership and currently have a nice diversity of men and women as well as a
wide range of ages in our club, which makes for some great conversations at our
meetings.
