We at the United War Veterans Council (UWVC) wish to thank all who helped make the honorable activities of honoring service, past and present a success. Truly it is a team effort of sponsors and volunteers giving graciously and wholeheartedly. At the UWVC we often profoundly say when touched by the good deeds and effects caused – “It’s what we DO”! Happy New Year to you and yours, and we warmly welcome your 2012 participation.
February
The Goodwill Valentine’s Day Caravan
Traveling throughout the tri-state, D.C., Virginia, Maryland, military bases and veteran’s hospitals; wounded warriors at the Walter Reed Army Hospital and the Mologne House.
Present Valentine cards, gifts, toiletries, DVDs, CDs, other!
“Never Forget” Veterans Day Parade Reception and Briefing and the ‘From Then to Now’ video on the history of the NYC Veterans Day Parade.
Held at the prestigious Union League Club; inform the leadership of the veterans’ community, elected officials and corporate sponsors of the significance of the 10th Anniversary of 9-11 and its relation to Veterans Day 11-11-11
March
Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day
Remembering the 1,741 KIA, from NYC, in Vietnam War; honoring their family members and friends. Held at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Plaza, NYC
Women at War, National Women’s History Month
Hosted by the National Parks Service at Federal Hall NYC
May
Mothers of the Fallen
Mother’s Day Religious Service for Gold Star Mothers
“A Flag, a Flower, a Moment of Memorial”
Educating and promoting the true meaning of Memorial Day
Ground Zero Wreath Laying Ceremony
Pentagon Wreath Laying Ceremony
Veterans and public from all eras and walks of life join us in remembrance of those lost on 9-11, and those who came to the aid of our country and have perished.
National Memorial Day Parade, Washington, DC
Representing our great city, along with FDNY, NYPD, and Gold Star family members of those who made the ultimate sacrifice to our nation.
June
Army Birthday/Flag Day Celebration
Held at FOX TV Plaza; announcing the Veterans Day Parade broadcast live on Fox TV
NY Welcomes Wounded Warriors Gala Hope & Possibilities Race/Achilles International, Central Park, NYC
Welcoming and supporting wounded warriors from Walter Reed Army Hospital and the Bethesda Naval Hospital to NYC (many for the 1st time) who, along with thousands of others, participated proudly in a race throughout Central Park, bringing attention to the needs of and our veterans and their families.
July
Soldier Ride/Honor Ride
Dozens of Wounded Warriors on bicycles traveled throughout NYC -? bring attention to helping veterans.
August
Military Appreciation Day
Hosted by Staten Island Yankees;
Our ‘Thank You For Serving’ poster boards displayed for public signage and well wishes.
September
Gold Star Family Sunday
A national day of recognition to all those who lost a family member in service to our country.
Wreath laying ceremony and unfurling of the iconic 9-11 flag in front of the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island.
October
Soldier Ride Gala
We were invited to speak, along with elected officials and honored guests, to all participating wounded warriors, at the conclusion of a bicycle race throughout Phoenix, Arizona; headquarters of
U-Haul International, who hosted the events.
November
The Eternal Light Monument
Made ready for the Opening Ceremony of the Veterans Day Parade by
Cub Scout Pack #526 who cleaned entire monument as their contribution to our veterans’ community.
Veterans Day Parade, November 11, New York City 11-11-11
Tens of thousands participated; hundreds of thousands watched the parade live; millions viewed the entire parade – broadcast live on Fox TV.
December
The Battery Park Holiday Wreath Laying Ceremonies, NYC • The Horse Soldier Statue
The World War II East Coast Memorial, Battle of the Atlantic
The Korean War Monument
The World Trade Center Globe
Veterans and public from all eras and walks of life; remembering and honoring all those who served and are serving, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice from NYC.
Hero’s Tree lighting at The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Plaza
Three Christmas Trees adorned with a Gold Star for those who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam War from NYC
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To learn how you can get involved, contact us at info@unitedwarveterans.org or 212.693.1476
To volunteer, contact Marleen “Molly” Levi, Director of Communications & Volunteer Management at 718-946-0242 or mlevi426@aol.com
To donate and for sponsorship opportunities, contact Kelly Bryan, Sponsorship Chairperson
at 212-693-4151 or kbryan.uwvc@gmail.com
To see more of our photos and read personal stories about each event: Please visit our website at www.unitedwarveterans.org.
(to view photos please click on UWVC Flickr Page)