Youth Service Projects
Our 2026 Youth Service Projects are designed to empower the next generation through meaningful, hands-on service. These projects give young people the opportunity to serve others, build leadership skills, and develop a strong sense of responsibility and community pride. Through teamwork and guided mentorship, participants learn the value of service before self while making a visible difference in their local community.
Throughout the year, youth will take part in a variety of service projects focused on honoring veterans, supporting community needs, and preserving patriotic values. From volunteer efforts at memorial events to community improvement initiatives, each project is designed to teach respect, compassion, and civic responsibility. These experiences help youth understand the importance of giving back, preserving history, and recognizing those who have served our nation.
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2026 Service Learning Project Calendar
January 3rd
Wreath & Flag Pick up at Lutz Cemetery 9:00 am
Assist in picking up all Wreaths and Flags that were placed during the December Wreaths Across America Event.
February 7th
Stone Cleaning Project at Lutz Cemetery 8:00 am
Learn how to clean headstones properly and research for the placement of Life's QR Codes on Veteran stones.
February 21st
Youth Groups: Set up a Booth at the Veteran Expo Event 8:00 am
Set up a booth to tell the community about your group's mission!
March 14th
Patriotic Cookie Contest for the Legion Picnic 11:00 am
Who has the best cookies? We want to know! Bring your best Patriotic Cookies to the Post Annual Picnic and see who wins!
March 23rd
Vietnam Veteran Essay Contest at Post Meeting 7:00 pm
To keep history alive, we are requesting a 300 to 500-word essay on a Vietnam Veteran. The winner of the essay contest will receive a commemorative plaque.
March 27th
Golf Tournament Set up and Station Hosts 7:30 am
This year, Post 108 will have Stations along the Golf Course Route. Each Station will be hosted by one of the Post's Groups, who will have an opportunity to share their mission and collect donations. Station Hosts are responsible for preparing and presenting their own print materials.
April 18th
Month of the Military Child Putt Putt Event
Start Time TBD
Help give Kudos to military children from our community by helping to host a fun day of putt-putt at Plantation Palms Golf Club.
May 18th
Memorial Day Essay Contest at Post Meeting 7:00 pm
What does Memorial Day mean to you? We are requesting a 300- to 500-word essay on Memorial Day, including its history and meaning. The Essay Contest winner will receive a Commander's Coin!
May 23rd
Flag Placement at Lutz Cemetery 9:00 am
In honor of Memorial Day, we will gather at Lutz Cemetery to place American Flags on each veteran's headstone. Learn about the meaning of Memorial Day and why it's important never to forget.
May 23rd
Team Start of the 250-mile Virtual Run
In honor of America's 250th Birthday, Harvester Church and Post 108 are launching the 41-day, 250-mile virtual run/walk. Get your team together and see if you can make it to the finish line!
June 27th
"You Are Not Alone" Care Package Project
Learn what PTS is, common myths, and why isolation increases suicide risk. We will be assembling care packages that include:
- Handwritten encouragement cards
- Crisis resources
- Stress-relief items (journals, fidget tools, prayer cards, etc.)
Packages will be delivered to VA Clinics, Local American Legion and VFW Posts, and other Veteran Service Organizations.
July 3rd
250 Celebration and 5K Race Set Up
It will be an incredible celebration for the nation's 250th Birthday! You can be a part of the 'behind-the-scenes' work to prepare for the big day!
July 4th
250 Celebration, 5K Run and 2.5K Fun Run!
Host a 'Historical' Water Station or hand out medals!
August 1st
Lutz Cemetery Gravesite Clean Up & QR Placement 9:00 am
Gather together to walk the rows of the cemetery and clear covered headstones, pull weeds, and wipe off headstones. Those who have participated in the Life's QR Historical project will be placing their QR Codes.
August 8th
Purple Heart Ceremony at Lutz Cemetery 10:00 am
Help to honor those who have given so much on our nation's behalf.
August 29th
The 9/11 Memorial Set Up Event
Help to place 2977 placards to remember all of the lives lost on September 11, 2001.
September 10th
The Charlie Kirk Day of Service
Help to support the efforts of the Junior Patriots as they recognize September 10th as a Day of Service.
September 11
Memorial Reader at the 9/11 Ceremony
Adopt someone from the 2977 people represented in the 9/11 Memorial Flag and tell their story.
September 12th
9/11 Memorial Take Down
The work isn't over when we set up the 9/11 Memorial. Return on Saturday, September 12th, to respectfully take down the memorial for safekeeping until next year.
November 7th
Lutz Cemetery Gravesite Clean-up and Flag Placement for Veterans Day 9:00 am
In honor of Veterans Day, we will gather to tidy up all veteran headstones and place American Flags in their honor.
December 5th
The Post 108 Holiday Party, Awards, and Recognitions
December 19th
2026 Wreaths Across America Day
Join us as we prepare for the placement of wreaths by cleaning veteran gravesites and headstones, and by placing American Flags. Stay for the ceremony and assist in placing wreaths.