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AMERICANISM · 2026–2027

Celebrate citizenship through creativity.

Ferndale Elks invites young people in grades 1–8 to explore American values through the Michigan Elks Coloring Contest and the Grand Lodge Americanism Essay Contest.

WHY IT MATTERS

Helping young people understand American values.

Americanism is more than a lesson in history. These contests encourage students to think about citizenship, constitutional rights, respect for our flag, veterans, community, and the responsibilities we share. Entries begin at the local Lodge and may advance through district, state, and national competition.

GRADES 5–8 · DUE DECEMBER 15, 2026

Americanism Essay Contest

“Explain a Constitutional Right or Privilege and How It Affects You and Your Family.”

Essays may not exceed 300 words and must be typed or legibly printed in ink. Four separate divisions recognize students in fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth grade.

Download essay packetContact the Lodge
Michigan Elks Americanism coloring contest page

GRADES 1–4 · DUE DECEMBER 19, 2026

Michigan Elks Coloring Contest

Division I is for first and second grade; Division II is for third and fourth grade. Students may use crayons, colored pencils, markers, paint, or another coloring medium.

  • Do not put the student’s name or identifying information on the coloring sheet.
  • Complete the separate entry form and securely attach it to the back.
  • Submit the finished entry to Ferndale Elks Lodge #1588—not directly to the state chairperson.
Michigan awards in each division1st: $60 & plaque2nd: $40 & plaque3rd: $25 & plaque
Download coloring pageDownload entry form ↗

SUBMIT LOCALLY

Bring completed entries to Ferndale Elks Lodge #1588.

22856 Woodward Avenue, Ferndale, Michigan 48220

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