Our citizen section is for groups and individuals concerned about good citizenship in their community.
The suggested requirements are designed to make the program fun, educational and rewarding. Following along with the requirements will prepare the participant to complete the final service project.
All level requirements are flexible. You decide what works best for your group.
Citizen Helper Patch Program®
At the “Helping Hands” level children will learn about being a good citizen.
Requirement 1: Make It!
Do an art or craft activity to get excited about doing a good citizen project.
Requirement 2: Learn It!
Watch the video to learn about what it means to be a good citizen.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Choose and complete one of the suggested age-appropriate service projects for being a citizen helper in your family or at school.
Requirement 4: Earn it!
Receive the Citizen Helper Patch.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Good Citizen Patch Program®
At the “Friend” level children will learn what i means to be a good citizen.
Optional coloring page download is provided for pre-meeting.
Requirement 1: Learn It!
Learn why it is important to be a good citizen and watch the provided video about the constitution.
Requirement 2: See It!
Visit a local town hall or government building and learn about how the government works.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Choose and complete one of the suggested good citizen projects.
Requirement 4: Review It!
Review your project. Optional review worksheet is provided for younger achievers.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Citizen Volunteer Patch Program®
At the “Volunteer” level you will learn how to plan for a civic volunteer project.
Optional word search download is provided for pre-meeting.
Requirement 1: Research It!
Use the downloadable worksheet to help you research local government centers and decide at which one you want to volunteer.
Requirement 2: See It!
Speak to someone at your chosen volunteer location to find out if they are a good fit for your volunteering project.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Make a commitment to improve the community by participating in a volunteering project for government and citizenship.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Citizen Advocate Patch Program®
At the “Advocate” level you will learn how to effectively advocate for being a good citizen.
Requirement 1: Research It!
Use the provided links to learn about civic volunteering and what it entails.
Requirement 2: Do It!
Plan and complete one of the suggested advocacy programs to help support civic involvement in your community.
Requirement 3: Review It!
Review your experience advocating for a civic cause and thank those who helped.
This patch and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
Citizen Delegate Pin Program
At the “Delegate” Level you will learn to organize and lead a citizen service project.
Requirement 1: Choose It!
Use the provided links to choose a topic for your citizen action project.
Requirement 2: Plan It!
Learn how to plan and organize your action project including fundraising and outreach.
Requirement 3: Do It!
Join in during your project to supervise and provide assistance at all levels. Don’t forget to thank the volunteers, organizations and mentors that helped you complete your project!
This pin and all program supplies are available from our partner site MakingFriends®.com.
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