Americanism Essay Contest
What Does Service to Your Country Mean to You?
The features introduced to the contest 3 years ago continue:
1) Four separate divisions for 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade students.
2) Awards for Each Grade Level
I am pleased to announce that the Grand Lodge Fraternal Committee has selected the theme, “What Does Service to Your Country Mean To You?” for the 2025-2026 Grand Lodge Americanism Essay Contest. The contest starts with the Local Lodges, progresses through District and State levels, and ends with the naming of our National Winners at the Grand Lodge Session in Chicago, Illinois in July 2026. This contest gives students in four separate grade levels, grades 5-8, the opportunity to thoughtfully evaluate and express their views on the selected annual theme. This program runs through to December 15th.
2025-2026 Americanism Essay Contest: Express Your Patriotism
Nationally, first-place, second-place and third-place authors in each division will receive monetary awards of $1,000, $500, and $250 respectfully. Many Lodges, Districts and State Associations also provide various forms of recognition to their respective winners, and the Fraternal Committee appreciates and encourages their extraordinary efforts in support of the contest.