4th of July and Beyond! Honor America Year-Round

America’s historic holidays are the cornerstone of American tradition, a day filled with moments that bring communities together. From celebrating the 250th Anniversary to honor America year-round, recognizing the people and events that shaped the nation, these occasions carry deep meaning throughout the year. At the heart of these festivities, meaningful awards hold a unique power to commemorate achievements and recognize contributions with lasting impact. Awards are worthy of that firework ending go beyond simple gestures; they become tangible symbols of appreciation, evoking pride and connection to a shared heritage. 

Thoughtfully designed awards not only elevate the significance of the day but also resonate deeply with recipients, serving as cherished keepsakes of their accomplishments and the occasion itself. 

Hodges' Limited-Edition 250th Collection

The Hodges' Limited-Edition Semiquincentennial Collection captures the essence of this historic milestone while also perfect to honor America year-round with award designs that exude quality and patriotic pride. From intricate rosettes to decorative cockades, the collection offers a range of styles to suit various celebratory events.  

• The American Rosette
  Stands out with its unique layered construction, including blue pleats,vibrantred inner ruffle, and elegant white points. Its specialty side streamers are designed exclusively for this anniversary, with one honoring 1776 in bold red foil and the other celebrating 2026 in gleaming Prism foil.
• The Star Cockade
  Incorporates sharp, angular red, white, and blue points for a sleek yet historically inspired look.
• The Legion Cockade
  Offers a more refined, flowing style with its layered ruffles and delicate white points, providing a compact but striking design. 
• The Founder and Patriot Ribbon Rolls
  With 100 yards of pre-designed ribbons featuring 1776–2026 dates; these rolls are ideal for awards, decorations, and more. Whether adorning hats, bridles, or event spaces, this collection ensures a sophisticated, cohesive aesthetic that honors the significance of the occasion.

Each piece is hand-crafted with care right here in the United States, offering you an unparalleled selection of commemorative awards that bring timeless elegance and a meaningful connection to this remarkable chapter in American history. 

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Customization Beyond the Limited Collection 

We recognize that every event has its unique story to tell, and their offerings extend beyond the limited-edition collection to provide endless possibilities for creating awards that reflect your vision and perfect to honor America year-round.

• Custom Rosettes 

  Choose from 1-streamer through 11-streamer rosette styles, Championship Line, and Deluxe Rosettes, customized with your patriotic events, divisions and classes. We have over 36 ribbon colors from solid satin, specialty satin, multicolor and foil side streamers to really bring the unlimited color combinations and bring your rosette to life.  

•  Custom Ribbons 
  Choose from point top, hemmed, layered, pinked, square top fully customized with your show name and placement text as well as many patriotic stock designs or your own custom logo! 
• Custom Trophies 
  Choose from classic column trophies with one of our Hodges Exclusive 2026 Spirit or Waving Flag trophy column and a Stars trophy top. 
• Custom Medals 
  Choose from spincast, die cast, acrylic, printed center insert and birchwood medal styles, all arriving with an attached customized satin or grosgrain neck ribbons in many patriotic colors and patterns 

Whether you’re planning a formal recognition ceremony, a lively community gathering, or a themed sporting event, Hodges Badge customizable options adapt to your needs seamlessly.  

This attention to detail ensures that your awards aren’t just accessories; they become meaningful keepsakes that enhance the experience for participants and reflect the pride and thoughtfulness behind your event planning. 

Tips for Event Organizers

Planning an exceptional celebration requires thoughtful preparation, especially when it comes to selecting awards that truly honor america year round. Start by ensuring that the awards complement the event’s overall theme, creating a cohesive and memorable experience for participants and attendees alike. Tailor the design to the tone of your celebration, whether it’s formal, festive, or community-focused, to ensure the awards feel meaningful and fitting.  

Customization is a powerful way to make awards unique and personal. Adding custom text, logos, or design elements can transform an award into a cherished keepsake, while optional upgrades, like specialized ribbons and borders provide additional flair and polish.  

With careful planning and attention to detail, your awards will enhance the overall celebration, leaving a lasting impression on everyone involved. 

Made in the United States, Hodges Badge Company has been a family-owned business since 1920, proudly making its awards in Washington, Missouri.