One Small Step

For 250 years, Americans have carried freedom forward. Now it’s our turn.

One Small Step is a grassroots activation series that invites every American to reflect, commemorate, and take simple, meaningful steps that carry freedom into the future. Check out the ready-to-use resources such as printouts, videos, social media templates, and guides to make participation easy.

America’s story isn’t finished. It’s still being written, by us.

How It Works

Sign up today to receive the monthly toolkits and become part of a nationwide grassroots movement to honor our history and shape our future. Each month you’ll have the opportunity to take action to honor our history and inspire our future.

Together, millions of small steps will create a powerful, unified celebration of America’s Founding Principles.

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When in the Course of Human Events
January 2026

Just as the Founders boldly declared their freedom in 1776, this January, we invite you to do the same.

The Pursuit of Happiness
February 2026

Share with us your American Dream in both the physical and digital space.

Give Me Liberty
March 2026

Tell us about your American hero who fought for liberty.

A Plant of Rapid Growth
April 2026

Participate in the nationwide competition to determine which state contributed the greatest American innovation.

Last Full Measure of Devotion
May 2026

Pause from your holiday gatherings and observe one silent minute in remembrance of our fallen heroes.

One Small Step
June 2026

Join us this month as we reflect on the founding principles of the Declaration of Independence.

Let Freedom Ring
July 2026

Join us this month as we reflect on the founding principles of the Declaration of Independence.

We the People
September 2026

Join the nationwide challenge to memorize, recite and share the preamble to the Constitution.

Available September 1, 2026
Shining City on a Hill
October 2026

Celebrate the Americans who came here looking for freedom and opportunity.

Available October 1, 2026
Protect What They Have Won for Us
November 2026

Write and deliver a thank you note to a veteran who’s defended our freedoms.

Available November 1, 2026
A More Perfect Union
December 2026

Write to Americans in 2076 about your hope for the future of our great nation.

Available December 1, 2026

Events

Featured
August 22, 2026 12:00 PM — 3:00 PM CT
Adventureland Park, 305 34th Avenue Northwest, Altoona, IA 50009

The Heart of Our Nation

Join Americans for Prosperity on Saturday, August 22 for an evening dedicated to celebrating America’s 250th in Iowa.

Once registered, tickets will be available at our tent before entering the park. Event attendance required for entry.

August 14, 2026 5:00 PM — 8:00 PM CT
Wisconsin
227460 Shrike Ave, Wausau, WI 54401

Cheers to 250 Years of American Freedom! Liberty on Tap Marathon County with Special Guest Congressman Tom Tiffany!

Join AFP-WI on Friday, August 14th at J&P’s Tippling House in Wausau to celebrate America’s founding principles with special guest Congressman Tom Tiffany and other speakers. Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and patriotic fun!

August 19, 2026 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM ET
New Hampshire
200 Grafton Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA

NH 250: Goodbye Governor, Hello Free NH!

On August 23, 1775, Royal Governor John Wentworth fled Portsmouth and Royal rule in New Hampshire came to an end, clearing the way for the Granite State’s independent government just months later.

Show Your Patriotism:

Make freedom ring from sea to shining sea. Record a 15-second video your favorite line(s) from America’s founding texts and explain why it matters to you today.

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