america-statue-of-liberty-national-symbol.jpg 23.29 KB 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, 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 purchasing a raffle ticket to help. Proceeds will go to Operation Honor so that they may supply these cabinets at no cost to Veterans as well as to the National Headquarters for the American Legion, so that they can continue their programs. Far too many Veterans don't feel appreciated or cared for and sometimes are overcome with depression and emptiness. If in any small way purchasing a raffle ticket can convey the appreciation America holds for them and show them every day that we care- then you will be helping Operation Honor be a huge success!!
There are 50 great prizes in this raffle- including custom made furniture AND cash. There are only a limited number of tickets available- and when they are gone- they are gone. This is our biggest fund raiser of the year- hope you are able to help out.
Check out www.OperationHonor.info for more information and to learn other ways you can help.
The Prizes
Grand Prize
black+pool+table1.jpg 40.29 KB This is truly a one-of- kind pool table. Designed by a European furniture designer- it is hand crafted and hand made. We will contact you to find out the color you want, the theme (sports?), the finish- anything else you want to add. If you are the lucky winner of this table it will take 10-12 weeks to make it for you after you have worked with the designer to pick the specifics. Shipping to your location is included. Retail value is $30,000!!! Picture shown is a sample.
1st Prize
china+cabinet.jpg 15.76 KB Custom made china hutch. Pick the wood, the hardware, the finish- make it truly yours. The European furniture designer will contact you for all the specifics. Cabinet has a retail value of $10,000. If you are the winner of this raffle it will take 10-12 weeks to be made after your decision has been made. Picture is just a sample of product.
2nd Prize
Custom made gun cabinet. Pick the wood, the hardware, the finish- make it truly yours. The European furniture designer will contact you for all the specifics. Hutch has a retail value of $10,000. If you are the winner of this raffle it will take 10-12 weeks to be made after your decision has been made.
