Program Overview
✨ How the HRW Flag Exchange Program Works
The HRW Foundation Flag Exchange Program is a grassroots civic initiative built on one timeless symbol: the American flag. Our trained volunteers go door to door, replacing worn flags with new ones — and sparking meaningful, nonpartisan conversations that rekindle civic pride in neighborhoods across the country.
Step-by-Step Process
1: Door-to-Door Community Outreach
Volunteers respectfully approach homes in areas with low civic engagement. Dressed in HRW-branded apparel, they carry official materials and offer a friendly, neighborly presence.
2: Offer of a Free American Flag
Each household receives a new American flag (usually 3'x5'), mounting hardware when possible, and a printed Flag Education & Civic Packet containing:
A summary of the U.S. Flag Code
A brief history of Hopkinson, Ross, and Wisher
A civic engagement checklist (voter info, town hall resources, etc.)
3: Civic Education and Meaningful Dialogue
Volunteers use the exchange moment to engage in respectful, nonpartisan conversation — answering questions, offering local resources, and encouraging participation in local governance.
4: Civic Intelligence and Follow-Up
With permission, we gather limited, non-identifiable info like:
Voter activity level
Interest in local civic education
Requests for follow-up materials or support
Ongoing Community Engagement
The flag exchange is just the beginning. We invite residents to:
Attend veterans’ events and civics workshops
Join cleanup days or local advisory boards
Share the mission in schools, churches, and neighborhoods
Why It Matters
Together, Hopkinson, Ross, and Wisher represent the diverse spirit of American patriotism:
- The statesman who shaped institutions.
- The artisan who gave form to ideals.
- The apprentice whose labor embodied unrecognized contribution.
"We name our foundation after them because they remind us that every American—regardless of race, gender, or class—can help shape the flag and the nation it represents."
Veteran-Led Teams & Local Partners
Built on Trust, Led by Veterans
Our Flag Exchange Teams are often led by U.S. military veterans who bring integrity, discipline, and lived patriotism to every interaction. Local organizations — schools, veteran groups, civic clubs — are crucial to expanding our reach and credibility.