GIVING BACK TO THOSE WHO GIVE IT ALL
At Gettysburg Flag Works, we are committed to working with and donating to local veteran organizations. Each year, we take part in a number of community events and donate our products to local veterans groups and civil service associations. It’s our way of saying “thanks” to all the people we serve, and, more importantly, to all the people who serve us.
Tunnel To Towers Foundation
For years, we've proudly supported the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in the way we know best—by providing flags for their annual golf tournament. The T2T Foundation was established by the Siller family to honor the memory of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter who lost his life on September 11, 2001. Stephen was on his way to play golf with his brothers when he heard the news of the first plane hitting the North Tower. Instead of continuing his day, he rushed to the scene and sacrificed his life to save others.
The foundation's mission is to honor the sacrifices made by Stephen and other first responders, as well as military members, who have given their lives in service. They fulfill this mission with incredible dedication—putting 95% of all fundraising directly into the programs they run, ensuring the support reaches those who need it most.
Recently, we had the honor of participating in an event that commemorated the events of September 11th. We supported and joined a team run from the Pentagon on Sunday, September 8th, all the way to Ground Zero at the 9/11 Memorial on the morning of the 11th. It was truly meaningful to contribute our time and resources to a cause that holds such deep significance.
Pride. Liberty. Honor. Gettysburg Flag Works.
Giving Back On Veteran's Day
At Gettysburg Flag Works, we proudly honor local heroes with our own Veterans Day tradition. Each year, we surprise a deserving veteran with a flagpole installation at their home.
In 2023, we celebrated Tom Regan, a Vietnam veteran, by installing a flagpole to proudly display the flag he holds so dear. In 2024 we surprised Scott Gallerie, another remarkable veteran who served in the middle east.
Giving back to our local community matters to us! Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate and support our nation’s heroes every single year!
Operation: Please Remember Me
The GFW team works with this organization on its annual community project, which involves hanging flags from more than a hundred utility poles on Route 9 in Latham NY between Memorial Day and July Fourth to memorialize local military personnel who died fighting for our country. You can learn more about the project and the surprise we gave the "Please Remember Me" founder here!
Special Operations Xcursions
Special Ops Xcursions, is a nonprofit organization we've supplied flags for and developed a wonderful relationship with. It is dedicated to assisting Special Operations families, teams, and individuals by offering retreats and events for relaxation between deployments. Their activities range from hunting, fishing, and kids camps... all the way to family field days, trap and skeet shooting, archery range days and African Safaris!
We have enjoyed our work with the wonderful people at Special Ops Excursions and always look forward to their flag making needs! You can see some of their photos below and can check them out on Instagram OR Facebook @specialopsxcursions.
Black Dagger Military Hunt Club
We were proud to Partner with this non-profit veteran organization to be part of a very special 75th Anniversary of D-Day Celebration in Normandy France.
Black Dagger Military Hunt Club is a non-profit organization, offering veterans and active duty military (both wounded and well) a range of outdoor opportunities, including shooting, hunting, fishing, and more. They collaborate with other veteran groups and non-profit organizations and have dedicated volunteers, many of whom are retired or active duty military personnel, that bring tactical and hunting expertise to their endeavors.
American Cancer Society
We are a proud sponsor of the RED WHITE & BLUE Party, hosted annually in Saratoga Springs NY.
The Red, White & Blue Party stands out as a unique fundraising gathering that brings together professionals and philanthropic leaders from diverse age groups and industries. The event is dedicated to rallying support for the American Cancer Society's mission, which aims to enhance the well-being of individuals facing cancer and their families. This mission is pursued through advocacy, research, and patient support, with the ultimate goal of providing everyone with the chance to prevent, detect, treat, and overcome cancer.
Rolling Thunder®, Inc. Chapter 5 NY
Products donated to help the Rolling Thunder build a POW-MIA Chair at Albany International Airport, and raise awareness for prisoners of war and missing in action service members.
Friends of the Fighting Chaplain Rev. Francis A. Kelley
Proudly supports this organization’s annual veteran appreciation dinner.
Department of New York, American Gold Star Mothers, Inc.
Proudly supports mothers who have lost a son or daughter in the service of our country.
National Fallen Firefighters Association
Proudly supports fallen fire heroes and their families.
Kiwanis Clubs International
We have supported Kiwanis Clubs International throughout the year with various initiatives, including food, clothing, and shoe drives, as well as financial contributions.
