Knights of Columbus Flag Relay

 

 
What is the Knights of Columbus Flag Relay?

The Ontario Knights of Columbus have seen a need to raise awareness of and funds for Special Olympics. The idea of the Flag Relay is a way to involve local members of the Knights of Columbus and Squires with their communities and Special Olympics, by participating in the Flag Relay during the year, in various cities and towns throughout the province, that then converge at the Special Olympics Provincial Games.

 Our goal is to make the Knights of Columbus Flag Relay for Special Olympics one of the movement's major grass-roots fundraisers and public awareness vehicles. Support for this program can be through the Tootsie Roll campaign, “Adopt-An-Athlete” sponsorships, local fundraising events, corporate sponsorships and Flag Relay merchandise sales to fellow Knights, families, friends and the public.

How is the Knights of Columbus Flag Relay Organized?

The Flag Relay is a year round fund-raising and public awareness program that culminates with the Final Leg at the Special Olympics Provincial Games. There are various ways that you can be involved in the Flag Relay. Here in Ontario, the Knights of Columbus Flag Relay activities are organized province wide. Any diocesan association, district or council can work with the Special Olympics Ontario representative to coordinate many different activities.

Interested in participating in this year's program? Contact your Regional Coordinator today or email us at info@kofcflagrelay.com.

Passing the flag from one District to the next during
the K of C Flag Relay leading up to the Special Olympics Summer Games

"More Than Just a Relay"

The Knights of Columbus Flag Relay is "more than just a relay." The Knights of Columbus Flag Relay serves as an umbrella to various fundraising and public awareness activities.

Flag Raising at the Town Hall to kick-off the
K of C Flag Relay week of events for Special Olympics 

·                    ·      Flag Relay: The Relay Itself, takes place in the days leading up to Special Olympics
        Provincial Games and occurs over a two week time period. The Flag Relay has several
        starting points which are changeable as the Flag Relay grows. All Knights and Squires
        who are involved in the Flag Relay are invited to attend the Provincial Games associated
        with the relay. For additional Information CLICK HERE.

·                   ·     Tootsie Roll Drive: This fundraiser provides the Knights an opportunity to invite the
       public to make donations in exchange for Tootsie Rolls. All proceeds will go to benefit
       Special Olympics Ontario’s athletes and year-round, province wide sports programs. For
       additional information CLICK HERE.

·                   ·    Adopt-An-Athlete Sponsor: For a minimum donation of $100 a company or individual
       can adopt one of the Special Olympians from their community. This money helps the
       Special Olympian to cover the costs for attending the Provincial Games. For additional
       information CLICK HERE.

·                   ·    Adopt-A-Knight Sponsor: For a minimum donation a company or individual can adopt
       one of our Flag Bearers for the Relay. This money helps the Flag Relay and Special
       Olympics raise money for awareness. For additional information CLICK HERE.

·                   ·    Hometown Games: Funds raised for these local competitions provide athletes the
       opportunity to compete in their own community. The Flag Relay will bring the Special
       Olympics flag to help kick-off the event. For additional information CLICK HERE.

·                   ·    Merchandise Sales: T-shirt and merchandise sales are a great way to include large
       numbers of Knights and Squires in an easy project. Merchandise can be sold to neighbors,
       family, friends or co-workers. Additionally, merchandise can be sold at other Flag Relay
       events, in retail outlets or at other locations. For additional information CLICK HERE.

·                   ·    Pledges for Running: People wishing to participate without running can do so by pledging
       dollars to our K of C Flag Relay leading up to the Provincial Games.

·                   ·    Sponsorship: 2011 Sponsorship benefit packages coming soon.

              For more details about Flag Relay Special Events CLICK HERE.