Other America250 Programs
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This year log your volunteer hours here to get a chance to be one of the 250 lucky winners who get to choose where America250’s $1,000,000 donation goes!
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Our American Story is a storytelling project to collect and preserve our nation’s unique stories. We're on a historic journey to collect the largest archive of American stories ever created.
To learn more or submit a story click here!
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A collaboration between America250, Library of Congress, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the National Park Service to collect items for a time capsule to be installed at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.
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Today’s young people are the leaders, innovators, and thinkers who will shape the next 250 years — and it’s important their voices are heard as we commemorate this historic milestone.
America’s Field Trip is a nationwide contest that invites students across the country in grades 3–12 to be part of our nation’s 250th anniversary by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them — with the chance to earn an unforgettable field trip experience at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks.
Students are asked to submit writing or original artwork in response to the contest’s prompt: “What does America mean to you?”
In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, America’s Field Trip is expanding with more exciting field trips, and more opportunities for students to win. A total of 250 students will be awarded a special behind-the-scenes field trip experience this summer or a cash prize.
For more information click here!
Did You Know?
“The historic Super Bowl pregame flyover will also carry special meaning. The Flag Sojourn 250 — a special American flag traveling the country as a tribute to service and unity as part of America250’s America Waves program — will be in the cockpit of the lead jet during the multi-service military flyover in a 250th anniversary formation. This flag will have touched every state, every U.S. territory, and every U.S. cemetery overseas by July 4, 2026.” To read the rest of the story click here!
April is Volunteer Month!
“Building on the success of America Gives, which has already inspired millions of volunteer hours nationwide, National Volunteer Month represents a key milestone in scaling participation and deepening community impact across the country. Throughout April, America250 partners are hosting events, launching campaigns, and expanding volunteer opportunities designed to engage Americans of all backgrounds.”
To read the rest of the story click here!