Ocean Beach Veterans Plaza

Here is why we need your help.

The current Veterans Plaza is in disrepair with many of the inscriptions, including a Medal of Honor recipient, being so eroded by the corrosive nature of the salt air and a high amount of foot traffic, that many of the names have become illegible.

These are men and women who fought and, for some, paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We need to come together as a community to pay our respect and honor those who protected us by building a more respectful place of honor for our Veterans.

The OBCDC : OCEAN BEACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, along with the Ocean Beach Town Council, Ocean Beach MainStreet Association, Ocean Beach Planning Board, Ocean Beach Community Foundation, and the OB Historical Society, have set out to rebuild a brand new Veterans Plaza that will last as a place of respect and honor; a granite wall with the names inscribed within. You can see the design on our website: http://www.obcdc.org/veterans-plaza/

We have already secured all the necessary permits, have already secured a community based design for the new Veterans Plaza, and are ready to build the new Veterans Plaza Memorial....we just need to raise the money to start construction on the project.

We have an initial goal of $10,000 to get the current 84 Veterans names off the ground and restore the ground where the current plaza resides. We are on our way to reaching that goal, but we need your help so our plans and permits won't be in vain.

Please join our effort with a donation of $20, $50, $100, $250, or even more. And please share this with your family and friends to help us spread the word. Every bit will help us to build a respectful place of honor for our Veterans – Thank you for your support!

Veterans Plaza GoFundMe - https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

Trump orders mental health support for military veterans to prevent su***de

Great news - we hope it helps those who need the help!

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order directing government departments to try to prevent su***de among military veterans by treating mental health problems before they become more serious.

cnbc.com The new order will cost about $200 million year to implement, an official says.

Why You Should Honor our Veterans Now

In the military community we revere, remember, and recognize our veterans. Have you ever wondered what you can do for them while they’re alive?

Let's not wait until they pass to honor or remember them. Let’s support and honor our Veterans by treating them to lunch, or simply ask them for their story.

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Today is the last day for a tax deductible gift in 2017 (OBCDC tax ID # 33-0583777)!

We would love it if you'd consider donating to help us start construction on the new Veterans Memorial by getting the current, worn-down Veterans names off the ground with your holiday donations! We've already got the permits, we just need to raise the money - any amount will truly help!

We couldn't do this without your support - please keep spreading the word and sharing our GoFundMe page with your friends and family.

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

UA partners in $2.9 million veterans study

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Glad to hear some research is being done to help our Veterans!

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Time to Recycle That Christmas Tree

Have you begun to take down your christmas tree yet? If so, here's where you can take your tree to be recycled - one location is right in our backyard: Robb Field!

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We wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season and for health and happiness throughout the coming year.

The holidays are a time we think of family and giving back to others - Do you know a Veteran who you would like to honor?

We're currently accepting applications to place a veteran's name on the new plaza wall.

For more information and to fill out the application, please visit our website: http://www.obcdc.org/vetsplazaname/

This picture is of a Veteran and family looking at the Vietnam Memorial in Portland, Oregon.

No matter the location, it's important that we remember our Veterans and the sacrifices they and their families made on our behalf.

Will you please consider donating today to help us fund the building of the Veterans Plaza and move the names off the ground for a more respectful place of honor?

https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

Please share our GoFundMe page with your friends and family to help spread the word - and THANK YOU for your support!

The holidays are a time we think of family and giving back to others - Do you know a Veteran who you would like to honor?
We're currently accepting applications to place a veteran's name on the new plaza wall.

For more information and to fill out the application, please visit our website: http://www.obcdc.org/vetsplazaname/

Holiday gifts for military families

The 27th annual Military Family Holiday Toy Program at the Armed Services YMCA San Diego Chapel in Murphy Canyon was held Wednesday. We're happy organizations like this, right here in San Diego, are serving our military brothers and sisters!

Another way you can show your support in honoring the thousands of San Diego Veterans is to give a donation to our San Diego Regional Veterans Memorial that we would like to build here in Ocean Beach.

Great information about our efforts to honor & show our respect to Veterans and to get the current Veterans' names off the ground, is the video on our GoFundMe page:

https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

sandiegouniontribune.com The 27th annual Military Family Holiday Toy Program at the Armed Services YMCA San Diego Chapel in Murphy Canyon was held, December 6, 2017.

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 2017: What happened on that fateful day 76 years ago?

Today is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, a day where we remember and honor the sacrifice of the people who served and died that day, December 7, 1941.

usatoday.com More than 2,400 Americans died in the attack, including civilians, and at least 1,000 were wounded.

USO Holiday Giving Tree

USO San Diego is home away from home for our active duty military and their families.

You can join in on the spirit of giving this holiday season by dropping off a new, unwrapped toy or gift card for an infant, child or teen at Jersey Mike’s Subs or Geppetto’s Toys participating countywide locations, now through December 17th.

Learn more about what is needed and support our troops and their families this holiday

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San Diego Among 'Great American Defense Communities' for 2018 - Times of San Diego

Awesome News: San Diego region was one of five localities named Wednesday as “Great American Defense Communities” for 2018 by the Association of Defense Communities.

The ADC recognizes military communities and regions that help improve the quality of life of service members and their families.

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Thank you to Supervisor Ron Roberts for sending your endorsement of building a more respectful place of honor for our Veterans!

Our video describes why we need to build the new Veterans Plaza Memorial - will you please take a couple of minutes to watch it and consider donating today to help us with the unfinished work of building this Veterans Plaza for those who gave so much to our Country? Thank you for your support!

https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

is tomorrow - we would love it if you'd consider donating to help us start construction on the new Veterans Memorial by getting the current, worn-down Veterans names off the ground with your holiday donations! We've already got the permits, we just need to raise the money - any amount will truly help!

We couldn't do this without your support - please keep spreading the word and sharing our GoFundMe page with your friends and family.

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

Besides our GoFundMe Page, you can still make a tax deductible donation to help us start construction on the new Veterans Plaza to get our Veterans names off the ground. Tax ID #33-0583777.

Just visit our website - any amount truly helps: http://www.obcdc.org/donate

Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

The holidays are a time we think of family and giving back to others - Do you know a Veteran who you would like to honor?

We're currently accepting applications to place a veteran's name on the new plaza wall. For more information and to fill out the application, please visit our website: http://www.obcdc.org/vetsplazaname/

Veterans served so we could enjoy a safe and happy Thanksgiving. It’s our turn to honor that service with our support.

Thanks to San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer for lending his support behind this important project!

If you'd like to donate to help us start construction on a new Veterans Plaza and move the names of these Veterans off the ground, please visit our GoFundMe page today - any amount truly helps! Thank you for your support!

https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

By supporting the San Diego Regional Veterans Plaza in Ocean Beach you are helping to get the spirit of the 84 veterans off of the ground, and give them the respect they deserve.

Thanks to City Councilmember Lorie Zapf for lending her support behind this important project!

If you'd like to donate to help us start construction and move the names of these Veterans off the ground, please visit our GoFundMe page today - any amount truly helps! Thank you for your support!

https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

Here is why we need your help.

The current Veterans Plaza is in disrepair with many of the inscriptions, including a Medal of Honor recipient, being so eroded by the corrosive nature of the salt air and a high amount of foot traffic, that many of the names have become illegible.

These are men and women who fought and, for some, paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We need to come together as a community to pay our respect and honor those who protected us by building a more respectful place of honor for our Veterans.

The OBCDC : OCEAN BEACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, along with the Ocean Beach Town Council, Ocean Beach MainStreet Association, Ocean Beach Planning Board, Ocean Beach Community Foundation, and the OB Historical Society, have set out to rebuild a brand new Veterans Plaza that will last as a place of respect and honor; a granite wall with the names inscribed within. You can see the design on our website: http://www.obcdc.org/veterans-plaza/

We have already secured all the necessary permits, have already secured a community based design for the new Veterans Plaza, and are ready to build the new Veterans Plaza Memorial....we just need to raise the money to start construction on the project.

We have an initial goal of $10,000 to get the current 84 Veterans names off the ground and restore the ground where the current plaza resides. We are on our way to reaching that goal, but we need your help so our plans and permits won't be in vain.

Please join our effort with a donation of $20, $50, $100, $250, or even more. And please share this with your family and friends to help us spread the word. Every bit will help us to build a respectful place of honor for our Veterans – Thank you for your support!

Veterans Plaza GoFundMe - https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

Thank you Veterans for serving our country & protecting our freedom! We appreciate the sacrifices you & your family make on behalf of our country. ❤️🇺🇸️

From Congressman Scott Peters:

"Today, we launched our new partnership with The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, a new program to honor Vietnam-era veterans, their families, and organizations that contributed to the war effort on the home front. Unfortunately, many Vietnam veterans were not treated with the respect they deserved when they returned home, and this program aims to properly honor their service and sacrifice. As a Commemorative Partner, my office will host events and ceremonies for veterans and their families. Learn more about the Commemorative Partnership and sign up to be notified of future events:https://scottpeters.house.gov/vietnam-war-commemorative-partner-0"

Today, we launched our new partnership with The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, a new program to honor Vietnam-era veterans, their families, and organizations that contributed to the war effort on the home front. Unfortunately, many Vietnam veterans were not treated with the respect they deserved when they returned home, and this program aims to properly honor their service and sacrifice. As a Commemorative Partner, my office will host events and ceremonies for veterans and their families. Learn more about the Commemorative Partnership and sign up to be notified of future events: https://scottpeters.house.gov/vietnam-war-commemorative-partner-0

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NBC7 and Thank You Heroes wants to honor our military and their whole family by offering FREE admission to their Salute to Service Festival

Salute To Service Festival
Saturday November 11, 10am - 3pm
USS Midway Museum
Bring: Military ID

Get free admission to the Salute to Service Festival on the USS Midway Museum for you and the whole family with military ID.

Chipotle among restaurants offering deals for veterans, military families

Veterans Day is Saturday and many companies want to say thank you to our veterans and active-duty service members by offering discounts or free meals. Some deals start as early as Tuesday, while others are happening on Friday or Saturday.

Please be sure to call ahead to check with local locations to make sure they are participating in the offer.

fox5sandiego.com Chipotle is giving away free burritos to veterans and active military on Tuesday.

Click here to support New OB Veterans Memorial Plaza Fund organized by Ocean Beach Community Development Corporation

Veterans Day is right around the corner so we'd like to reflect on the importance of honoring our Veterans:

The brave men & women who fight in any war keep our country safe every day, and whether or not you believe in the cause, these soldiers still are putting themselves out there risking their lives for our freedom. The conditions of war may force them to endure hunger or pain, and even in the face of desperation, they fight on to defend our American values.

Many times, those who survive simply remark, "I was just doing my duty and it is an honor to serve."

But our Veterans also assist those who are in need of aid because of natural disasters or remote villages in other parts of the world facing famine. Their selfless spirits rush in when we all run to safety.

And when they come home, many struggle to find their place in society again.

We cannot forget these brave men & women and the heroic acts they perform on behalf of our country, for we are eternally indebted to them for their service.

That's why we're trying to raise money to build a more respectful place of honor for all Veterans ... this is the least we can do, won't you help us?

Please donate today, whatever amount that you can, to help us fund the building of the new Veterans Plaza: https://www.gofundme.com/NewOBVeteransMemorialPlazaFund

Thank you for supporting our mission and giving us an opportunity to pay respect to the Veterans and their families!

gofundme.com Ocean Beach Veterans Plaza was constructed in 1997 as a memorial to honor those that have served and are still serving in the armed forces. Over time, the plaza has become worn down due to the corrosive nature of salt air and a high amount of foot traffic. This memorial is currently in disrepair...

Helping Members of the Military Purchase Their Home

From active duty military members to veterans to civilian heroes, Thank You Heroes is making purchasing and selling a home that much easier with their home rebate program. Learn more at NBC 7’s Salute to Service Festival on Saturday, November 11.

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Why veterans are important to our nation's history and future.

Veterans are the backbone of this country. Without them, there would be no United States of America. No Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of happiness.

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"Very excited to see this project moving forward. Veteran's Plaza project will pay great respect to our service members and beautify our primary access point to the beach." - John

We'd love to hear your reasons for supporting the building of more respectful Veterans Plaza - Please share your story or favorite memory with your Veteran and we'll post it to our page!

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Very happy to see this!

Filipino Veterans of World War II were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal and were nationally recognized for their U.S. military service and sacrifices nearly 75 years ago.

Thank You For Your Service. Veterans and Active-Duty servicemembers can see this new Universal Pictures movie at participating theaters for free.

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How veterans are helping ease America's teacher shortage

We love hearing encouraging stories like this!

"The skills and experiences veterans acquire during their service are incredibly useful within the classroom. Leadership, flexibility, adaptability, an understanding and appreciation of diversity — all help new teachers excel in their work. At a time when many schools are unable to find qualified educators, veterans are stepping up to fill in the gaps."

theweek.com America has a teacher shortage. Veterans are stepping up to help.

Click here to support New OB Veterans Memorial Plaza Fund organized by Ocean Beach Community Development Corporation

We know the season for giving is right around the corner - will you consider donating to our GoFundMe page to help us build a more respectful Veterans Memorial Plaza? Any amount truly helps; whatever you can afford to give will mean so much to our community and the Veteran's families!

We want to honor the men and women who fought and, for some, paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We need to come together as a community to pay our respect and honor those who protected us.

Thank you for your support, and please share this with your family & friends to ask them to donate to help us pay respect and honor these brave Veterans.

gofundme.com Ocean Beach Veterans Plaza was constructed in 1997 as a memorial to honor those that have served and are still serving in the armed forces. Over time, the plaza has become worn down due to the corrosive nature of salt air and a high amount of foot traffic. This memorial is currently in disrepair...