Operation Honor
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I have an acquaintance that lost his lower leg after an injury in a bombing in Iran in 2004. Through the years he has adapted extremely well- competing in athletic events, supporting other victims and becoming a motivational speaker- inspiring others to cope with the loss of a limb.
My friend has been my inspiration for this project. It all began when his wife posted a picture of his prosthetic devices leaning in the corner with this message-- “I wish there was a way to store his legs- instead of throwing them in the corner". This got me thinking- these veterans had given so much- and lost so much. I knew there had to be a way to show their replacement limbs the respect they deserved and give them a resting place each day that is dignified and honors them. Not a reminder of what they lost- but perhaps a promise of things to come. This became my mission, and the basis for Operation Honor.
I came up with the idea of supplying "storage" cabinets for their limbs to every veteran that wanted and needed them – FREE OF CHARGE. I don’t believe ANY veteran should have to pay to get one of these cabinets. But, I didn't want just a "storage"- unit- I wanted something beautiful and respectful, and unique.
So how did I even start this project? While I had a GREAT idea and dream- I had NO idea how to implement it. I know little to nothing about designing or building furniture- and I truly wanted these cabinets to be beautiful and a wonderful addition to any home. I reached out to another of my friends that is a renowned European furniture designer and told him my idea. He agreed to help- he designed a beautiful cabinet that can be customized. The Veteran can choose different woods and finishes, they can have their name and rank engraved, they can add a patriotic plaque or one representing their branch of service. They can even have the inside custom designed to fit their specific needs. Part of my mission was accomplished.
I thought that perhaps some Veterans may have trouble assembling the cabinets (after all they are over 6 feet tall!) or putting them in their home when they arrive. That is where the local chapters of American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars come in- they will assemble and deliver them to the veterans- and a donation will be made to their Post for their assistance. So again- NO COST to the veteran. Part two of my mission accomplished.
So, who pays for these beautiful cabinets? That is where Operation Honor needs help. We need sponsors and supporters to cover the costs. We also need people to spread the word so that Veterans can get these cabinets. Please consider helping. Purchase a cabinet so that these deserving Veterans can know how much they are honored. Far too many Veterans don't feel appreciated or cared for and sometimes are overcome with depression and emptiness. If in any small way these cabinets can convey the appreciation America holds for them and show them every day that we care- then Operation Honor will be a huge success!!
Operation Honor is a new program that is seeking sponsors to assist in repaying some of the sacrifices made by Veterans, by providing them with beautiful cabinets for their prosthetic devices. Far too many Veterans have been injured and lost limbs while serving. These warriors sometimes have multiple prosthetic devices that are all too often tossed in the corner or the back of the closet- because there is no place to store them. Operation Honor wishes to give every veteran that wants one- a respectful and dignified place to store these devices. It is our goal to provide these cabinets completely free of charge (including shipping, assembly and delivery).
Our mission is to provide beautiful hand-crafted, high quality customizable wooden cabinets to all deserving Veterans. Through a special arrangement with a renowned European designer Operation Honor has been able to secure these cabinets for $3,000 each- which includes the customizable cabinet, shipping, assembly and delivery. These beautiful cabinets have a retail value of $10,000- ensuring that the Veteran will not only have a unique item, they will also have a beautiful storage place for their prosthetic devices. These cabinets are 80” tall, 36” wide and 20” deep.
The Veteran will have many choices when selecting their cabinet- they can have their name and rank engraved, there are numerous wood and color combinations and they may have branch of service or patriotic plaques added. In addition the inside of the cabinet can be customized to fit their specific needs. We realize that some Veterans may have difficulty assembling or installing the cabinets in their homes, so Operation Honor has partnered with the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars to assemble and deliver these cabinets to each home. A donation will be made to each Post for their assistance.
We request you come forward and contribute not only in terms of monetary funds, but also by helping us spread the word about this program. We would be grateful if you sponsor us in this noble cause.
We are trying to get enough funds to provide 10 cabinets to deserving Veterans. We would like to be able to provide these by Christmas so time is of the essence in this matter. After the first 10 cabinets are made it will be easier to have actual pictures instead of renderings- and we will be able to add testimonials from the Veterans themselves!
Your support would help us immensely in our attempt to show these individuals that they are appreciated and that America cares. It will be a reminder everyday that they are not forgotten. Thank you in advance for your support.
More information at www.OperationHonor.info
My friend has been my inspiration for this project. It all began when his wife posted a picture of his prosthetic devices leaning in the corner with this message-- “I wish there was a way to store his legs- instead of throwing them in the corner". This got me thinking- these veterans had given so much- and lost so much. I knew there had to be a way to show their replacement limbs the respect they deserved and give them a resting place each day that is dignified and honors them. Not a reminder of what they lost- but perhaps a promise of things to come. This became my mission, and the basis for Operation Honor.
I came up with the idea of supplying "storage" cabinets for their limbs to every veteran that wanted and needed them – FREE OF CHARGE. I don’t believe ANY veteran should have to pay to get one of these cabinets. But, I didn't want just a "storage"- unit- I wanted something beautiful and respectful, and unique.
So how did I even start this project? While I had a GREAT idea and dream- I had NO idea how to implement it. I know little to nothing about designing or building furniture- and I truly wanted these cabinets to be beautiful and a wonderful addition to any home. I reached out to another of my friends that is a renowned European furniture designer and told him my idea. He agreed to help- he designed a beautiful cabinet that can be customized. The Veteran can choose different woods and finishes, they can have their name and rank engraved, they can add a patriotic plaque or one representing their branch of service. They can even have the inside custom designed to fit their specific needs. Part of my mission was accomplished.
I thought that perhaps some Veterans may have trouble assembling the cabinets (after all they are over 6 feet tall!) or putting them in their home when they arrive. That is where the local chapters of American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars come in- they will assemble and deliver them to the veterans- and a donation will be made to their Post for their assistance. So again- NO COST to the veteran. Part two of my mission accomplished.
So, who pays for these beautiful cabinets? That is where Operation Honor needs help. We need sponsors and supporters to cover the costs. We also need people to spread the word so that Veterans can get these cabinets. Please consider helping. Purchase a cabinet so that these deserving Veterans can know how much they are honored. Far too many Veterans don't feel appreciated or cared for and sometimes are overcome with depression and emptiness. If in any small way these cabinets can convey the appreciation America holds for them and show them every day that we care- then Operation Honor will be a huge success!!
Operation Honor is a new program that is seeking sponsors to assist in repaying some of the sacrifices made by Veterans, by providing them with beautiful cabinets for their prosthetic devices. Far too many Veterans have been injured and lost limbs while serving. These warriors sometimes have multiple prosthetic devices that are all too often tossed in the corner or the back of the closet- because there is no place to store them. Operation Honor wishes to give every veteran that wants one- a respectful and dignified place to store these devices. It is our goal to provide these cabinets completely free of charge (including shipping, assembly and delivery).
Our mission is to provide beautiful hand-crafted, high quality customizable wooden cabinets to all deserving Veterans. Through a special arrangement with a renowned European designer Operation Honor has been able to secure these cabinets for $3,000 each- which includes the customizable cabinet, shipping, assembly and delivery. These beautiful cabinets have a retail value of $10,000- ensuring that the Veteran will not only have a unique item, they will also have a beautiful storage place for their prosthetic devices. These cabinets are 80” tall, 36” wide and 20” deep.
The Veteran will have many choices when selecting their cabinet- they can have their name and rank engraved, there are numerous wood and color combinations and they may have branch of service or patriotic plaques added. In addition the inside of the cabinet can be customized to fit their specific needs. We realize that some Veterans may have difficulty assembling or installing the cabinets in their homes, so Operation Honor has partnered with the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars to assemble and deliver these cabinets to each home. A donation will be made to each Post for their assistance.
We request you come forward and contribute not only in terms of monetary funds, but also by helping us spread the word about this program. We would be grateful if you sponsor us in this noble cause.
We are trying to get enough funds to provide 10 cabinets to deserving Veterans. We would like to be able to provide these by Christmas so time is of the essence in this matter. After the first 10 cabinets are made it will be easier to have actual pictures instead of renderings- and we will be able to add testimonials from the Veterans themselves!
Your support would help us immensely in our attempt to show these individuals that they are appreciated and that America cares. It will be a reminder everyday that they are not forgotten. Thank you in advance for your support.
More information at www.OperationHonor.info
Organiser
Brenda Fredrick
Organiser
Wisconsin Dells, WI
