VOLUNTEER POSITION

Flag Placement Request Fulfillment Team

Sunday, May 24, 2026

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What is the role of the Flag Placement Request Fulfillment Team?

The Flag Placement Request Fulfillment Team is responsible for all the Flag Placement Requests that come in throughout the season. They take photos of the flag at each requested headstone and submit it to the Flags for Fort Snelling website. The photo is then posted automatically to the FFFS Facebook page and emailed to the requestor as well.

What is a Flag Placement Request?

The Flag Placement Requests are a tradition FFFS started during our first year in 2015. It was a way people could guarantee that a flag was placed at their loved one’s headstone for Memorial Day, keep in mind that this was before every headstone received a flag! The tradition evolved over time in that the requestor receives a photo of the flag at their loved one’s headstone. Today, the majority of requests come from folks who are physically unable to visit the cemetery.

THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE VOLUNTEERING:

  • You must have a smart phone and be knowledgeable of the camera use. Directions will be given for our uploading protocol.
  • You will be standing for the duration of your shift, if this isn’t something you will physically be able to handle, please consider another volunteer position.
  • Volunteering will happen rain or shine! Be prepared for the elements!

HELPFUL TIPS

WEATHER
We’ll be out rain or shine, dress for the weather!

FLAG RUNNER
While your role is “Flag Runner”, please don’t run in the cemetery! / The cemetery does not want anyone showing up in running gear, though tennis shoes are acceptable. They ask that we keep to a brisk walk, as running is not allowed in the cemetery.

CHARGED PHONE
Ensure your phone is fully charged as you will need it to complete the requests.

NO FLAG PLACEMENT
Unlike in years past, you will not be in charge of placing the flag.

IMAGES
It’s important to remember that these photos will be printed out and shared with families and friends, making sure a quality photo is taken is key!