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On December 5th, 2022 the Blue Star Banner Program committee members, along with Mayor Haig Haleblain, gathered with Honorees and families of active-duty military members who had recently had banners hung along “Heroes Row” on Rt. 14. Receiving banners and a certificate of appreciation for their service were: PO3 Samantha Marie Sfondouris, United States Navy […]

The Blue Star Banner Program is proud to announce that American Community Bank has become a sponsor of our program.  We are grateful to the bank for their encouragement and financial support of our program, which honors our active duty military members from Crystal Lake.  The program, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, relies solely on donations […]

The Blue Star Banner Program was present at the Crystal Lake City Council meeting on May 3rd when the Gold Star Family of Sgt. Jason McLeod opened the meeting by leading the Pledge of Allegiance.  There was a large turnout of Crystal Lake residents to honor the family and remember Jason. Army escorts, SSgt David Sisco and […]

The Blue Star Banner Program Crystal Lake today announced that the Internal Revenue Service has issued an official letter of Determination notifying the organization has received nonprofit status as a 501(c)(3) organization.  All contributions to the organization are tax-deductible to the extent provided by law under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

New Design Brings New Home to Growing Organization   The Crystal Lake Blue Star Banner program is proud to announce the launch of their newly designed website at BlueStarCL.com. The new, fully responsive website, designed and programmed by JMS  Marketing, features a clear design and intuitive navigation with improved menu functionalities for easy access to essential […]