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Go Green for Flood Victims

In the wake of the devastating floods in the Texas Hill Country, a simple green ribbon has become a powerful symbol of remembrance, unity, and hope.

The “Go Green for Flood Victims” movement is to honor families deeply affected by the loss of campers and staff at Camp Mystic. Green is the camp’s official color, and tying green ribbons around trees began as a way to honor those lost and support those still missing after the Hill Country flood.

What started as a tribute to Camp Mystic and the Kerr County tragedy has grown into a broader movement, one that now honors all who have fallen victim to flash floods, including those affected by the recent disaster in New Mexico

The movement quickly spread:

  • Highland Park ISD in Dallas began distributing green ribbons to families and tying them around school campuses.
  • A Girl Scout troop in Round Rock joined in, encouraging neighbors to wrap trees in green as a sign of solidarity.
  • The San Antonio Zoo lit its garage green for the entire month of July, inviting other organizations to do the same.
  • Even Senator Ted Cruz shared that nearly every house on his street in Houston had green ribbons tied to trees.
  • City Hall and Town Square of Sugar Land, TX tied green ribbons around the trees “as a way to reflect upon and honor the many lives lost too soon from these floods.”

This grassroots effort has become a statewide gesture of compassion, with green ribbons and lights appearing on homes, schools, churches, and businesses.

Quick Links:

You can print and attach this card to your ribbon when sharing with others.

History of the Movement

The earliest dated article referencing the green ribbon tribute appears to be from July 6, 2025, published by MSN News. It describes how communities across Texas began tying green ribbons around trees to honor the victims of the Camp Mystic tragedy and broader Hill Country flooding. The article highlights that:

  • Green is the color of Camp Mystic, making it a symbolic choice for remembrance.
  • Families in Highland Park, Texas were among the first to wrap trees in green ribbon, especially in memory of Lila Bonner and Eloise Peck, two young campers who lost their lives.
  • The Highland Park High School PTA announced green ribbons would be available for pickup starting Monday, July 7, and encouraged families to tie them around trees at home and on school campuses.

This movement quickly gained momentum, with other communities and organizations joining in. Learn more about three recent Flash Floods in the U.S.

How to Participate

Scouts and families can join the movement by tying a 3-foot length of green ribbon around a tree, mailbox, or porch post.

  • A 3-foot ribbon fits most trees and allows for a bow.
  • For thicker trunks, a longer ribbon may be needed or a simple knot can be used.
  • Ribbons can be made of fabric, yarn, or biodegradable material.

Printable Card to Share
with Friends or Neighbors

You can print and attach this card to your ribbon when sharing with others.

Here is the text to make your own card:

💚 Go Green for Flood Victims

This green ribbon is tied in honor of those lost in the Texas Hill Country floods, including the young lives at Camp Mystic, and in remembrance of all those affected by recent flash flood disasters across our country, including New Mexico.

Green was Camp Mystic’s color, and it has become a symbol of love, remembrance, and community support. As this movement grows, it carries a message of unity, hope, and compassion.

This ribbon is 3 feet long. It’s enough to wrap around most trees or porch posts.
For larger trees, a longer length may be needed to tie a full bow.

Join us in going green for flood victims. Let your ribbon speak for kindness, courage, and the power of standing together.

#GoGreenForFloodVictims
#HillCountryStrong
#RuidosoStrong
#ScoutsStandTogether

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Fun Patches

Currently, there isn’t a fun patch specifically for the “Go Green for Flood Victims” movement. As awareness grows, Fun Patch companies may design one in the future. When they do, we’ll share a link for troop leaders who wish to use it.

The Badge Archive is not affiliated with any patch brand; we simply provide links as a convenience for leaders looking to recognize scout participation. While some may feel conflicted about patches in response to a tragedy, our policy is to list them if they exist so leaders can make the choice that’s right for their troop.

  • Mad About Patches has a new Texas Floods ’25 segment for their This Girl Stands Strong for Her Sisters In Need patch.

There is a Green Ribbon by Advantage Emblem or sold by GS News & Activities, and one by Snappy Logos. Be aware these are originally meant for brain trauma, although the official color for brain injury is blue, many still use the green ribbon in support of brain trauma.

There is a patch company that only started in March and has NOT been fully vetted by The Badge Archive (we search for at least 5 unsolicited positive testimonials from fellow customers before listing a patch company on The Badge Archive’s Finsing Fun Patch page). But many on Facebook are linking to their patch as 100% of the profits are stated to go to flood relief efforts. There is no current way to verify they will do so. These are for a pre-order so we can’t order one ourselves and verify the quality of the patches or time response. We list it so you can make your choices with the information we have. Buy at your own risk: https://shop.wildernessandwhimsy.com/products/texas-strong-patch-preorder

Other Emergency Preparedness or Flood Relief patches:

Learn more about ways you can help Flash Flood Victims.

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For More Fun Ideas and Plans

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Tia Kennard

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