Cape Coral launches fundraiser to build Florida’s tallest free-standing flagpole
Updated: 1:02 PM EST Nov 6, 2025
The City of Cape Coral is launching a fundraiser to build the tallest, free-standing American flagpole in Florida.The “Raise the Flag” fundraiser will fund a flag that sits on a 250-foot pole near the Veterans Memorial Monument at Bernice Braden Park to mark the United States’ 250th birthday, which is next year. The goal for the project is to raise $500,000.The idea for the project was brought forward by City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn.Click here to learn more about the project and make a donation.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.qrco.de
CAPE CORAL, Fla. —
The City of Cape Coral is launching a fundraiser to build the tallest, free-standing American flagpole in Florida.
The “Raise the Flag” fundraiser will fund a flag that sits on a 250-foot pole near the Veterans Memorial Monument at Bernice Braden Park to mark the United States’ 250th birthday, which is next year.
The goal for the project is to raise $500,000.
The idea for the project was brought forward by City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn.
Click here to learn more about the project and make a donation.
DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.qrco.de