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Flags For Heroes

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Flags For Heroes

Rowe’s family commitment to Veterans organizations, as well as their decision to support Flags For Heroes .

Portland Rotary, in partnership with the Maine Mall, the Portland Sea Dogs, the Portland Media Group, and Rowe Ford Westbrook/Rowe Auburn, is giving you the opportunity to publicly honor your hero in a splendid and patriotic manner. Sponsoring a flag is done with a donation of $100 to the Rotary Club of Portland. 100% of the donation will be used to support life-improving initiatives locally and internationally. Website: www.flagsforheroesmaine.com

July 21: Hadlock Field, Portland Sea Dogs vs. Reading Phils 1pm GamePre-Game Flags For Heroes Presentation, part of the Military Appreciation Day with the Summit Project.

 July 22nd-August 5th 2024, American flags will be displayed at the Maine Mall, each with signage displaying the name and role of your hero.

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