ourfallensoldier.com
Fallen Never Forgotten
A Non-Profit Organization
Fallen Never Forgotten
A Non-Profit Organization
| OUR RECENT ACTIVITIES |
Monday, October 1st, 2007
Award of Recogition was presented to
Richard Reese the owner of 7-11 in Carlsbad located
at the corner of Paseo Del Norte and Palomar Airport
Road.
RIchard and his entire staff recieved this Award for
their steadfast support of Our Fallen Soldier.
Richard's store was the very first retail supporter for
OFS. He has helped us with Fundraising of our
"FREEDOM IS NOT FREE" Black Memorial bracelets
from their debut and helped spark public awareness
to his community!
We thank Richard and his staff for their continued
enthusiasm and support!
Award of Recogition was presented to
Richard Reese the owner of 7-11 in Carlsbad located
at the corner of Paseo Del Norte and Palomar Airport
Road.
RIchard and his entire staff recieved this Award for
their steadfast support of Our Fallen Soldier.
Richard's store was the very first retail supporter for
OFS. He has helped us with Fundraising of our
"FREEDOM IS NOT FREE" Black Memorial bracelets
from their debut and helped spark public awareness
to his community!
We thank Richard and his staff for their continued
enthusiasm and support!
Saturday, September 29th, 2007
We were PROUD to accept an invitation from the
The Army Navy Academy in Carlsbad, CA to take
part in their annual Open House Festivities. We
were given an invitation by The Beta Club ,
which is the largest service group on campus.
They were generous in their sponsorship of OFS
for this school wide event. We were HONORED
to set up a Awareness Booth on their campus
during open house.
Beta Club is a group of honor cadets that do
many community outreach events each year.
Now nearly 60 students belong to this elite
group that has been in existence for over 4
years. These boys extend their hand to the
community in many ways.
The school was established in 1910, and has
remained a all boy school for students 7th -12
grade. Most of the 330 boys that attend the
school along the shores of beautiful Carlsbad,
are boarders at the school and come from as far
away as Asia.
The club is under the guiidance of faculity
advisor Grace Raimondi. I was a honor to be
amoung such fine young men.
We thank the cadets, ANA and Mrs. Raimondi for
the opportunity to speak to the parents of ANA
cadets and bring awareness to the missions of
OFS.
We were PROUD to accept an invitation from the
The Army Navy Academy in Carlsbad, CA to take
part in their annual Open House Festivities. We
were given an invitation by The Beta Club ,
which is the largest service group on campus.
They were generous in their sponsorship of OFS
for this school wide event. We were HONORED
to set up a Awareness Booth on their campus
during open house.
Beta Club is a group of honor cadets that do
many community outreach events each year.
Now nearly 60 students belong to this elite
group that has been in existence for over 4
years. These boys extend their hand to the
community in many ways.
The school was established in 1910, and has
remained a all boy school for students 7th -12
grade. Most of the 330 boys that attend the
school along the shores of beautiful Carlsbad,
are boarders at the school and come from as far
away as Asia.
The club is under the guiidance of faculity
advisor Grace Raimondi. I was a honor to be
amoung such fine young men.
We thank the cadets, ANA and Mrs. Raimondi for
the opportunity to speak to the parents of ANA
cadets and bring awareness to the missions of
OFS.
| Gold Star Sister and OFS Co-Founder Kelly Luisi with Beta Club Cadet |
| Gold Star Nephew Alex Luisi Setting up OFS booth |
September 19, 2007
Provided travel assistance
Today we were able to help the mother of a Fallen
Hero get to the Memorial service for her son. She is
traveling from out of state to Fort Hood Army Base.
We are greatful to our supporters for allowing us to
continue our work.... helping those left behind!
Provided travel assistance
Today we were able to help the mother of a Fallen
Hero get to the Memorial service for her son. She is
traveling from out of state to Fort Hood Army Base.
We are greatful to our supporters for allowing us to
continue our work.... helping those left behind!
August 17-19
Co-Sponsorship of CAMP LIFE
They called me the Ice Man,” 10-year-old Austin
Hamilton grinned as he told his story. “I like to sneak
up on people and put ice down the backs of their
shirts.”
Austin went to camp last weekend. He made friends,
pulled practical jokes, ate s’mores and played hard,
like children at any other camp. But unlike any other
camp, he also learned to deal in physical activity with
the emotions brought on by grief.
CampLIFE, sponsored by Helping Unite Gold Star
Survivors and held at Ski ‘n Scats summer camp,
hosted Austin and other Gold Star children.
CampLIFE ran Aug. 17-19. Our Fallen Soldier was
honored to provide charter bus transportation for
Gold Star families to and from the camp.
Co-Sponsorship of CAMP LIFE
They called me the Ice Man,” 10-year-old Austin
Hamilton grinned as he told his story. “I like to sneak
up on people and put ice down the backs of their
shirts.”
Austin went to camp last weekend. He made friends,
pulled practical jokes, ate s’mores and played hard,
like children at any other camp. But unlike any other
camp, he also learned to deal in physical activity with
the emotions brought on by grief.
CampLIFE, sponsored by Helping Unite Gold Star
Survivors and held at Ski ‘n Scats summer camp,
hosted Austin and other Gold Star children.
CampLIFE ran Aug. 17-19. Our Fallen Soldier was
honored to provide charter bus transportation for
Gold Star families to and from the camp.
Monday October 8, 2007
Our Fallen Soldier presnts it's Award of Recognition
to Ron Perry of Florseville, Texas.
Ron and Christine Perry are owners of Graytown
Heating and Air. The Perry family are steadfast
supporters of Our Fallen Soldier and close friends
of our OFS family.
Our Fallen Soldier presnts it's Award of Recognition
to Ron Perry of Florseville, Texas.
Ron and Christine Perry are owners of Graytown
Heating and Air. The Perry family are steadfast
supporters of Our Fallen Soldier and close friends
of our OFS family.
JC Colnot with Ron Perry
| Richard Reese and Kelly Luisi |
December 5th 2007
On behalf of our many wonderful donors,
Our Fallen Soldier made a $2,000 donation
to Fisher House, BAMC, Ft. Sam Houston,
San Antonio, Texas
A Fisher House™ is "a home away from home"
for families of patients receiving medical care at
major military and VA medical centers. The
homes are normally located within walking
distance of the treatment facility or have
transportation available. There are 38 Fisher
Houses, with five more in construction. Learn
more about Future Houses.
On behalf of our many wonderful donors,
Our Fallen Soldier made a $2,000 donation
to Fisher House, BAMC, Ft. Sam Houston,
San Antonio, Texas
A Fisher House™ is "a home away from home"
for families of patients receiving medical care at
major military and VA medical centers. The
homes are normally located within walking
distance of the treatment facility or have
transportation available. There are 38 Fisher
Houses, with five more in construction. Learn
more about Future Houses.
Yesterday, February 5th - Kelly of Our Fallen Soldier
had the distinct pleasure of going to the Wounded
Warrior Center on Camp Pendleton. There she met
many brave and courageous soldiers that have been
injured during combat. Kelly was accompanied by
Jim Gualarte, Supporter, Friend and Volunteer for
Our Fallen Soldier. Our Fallen Soldier donated 12
"Hero" comfort blankets to the group... to show our
appreciation! Many of these young men face months
if not years of rehab and surgeries. Kelly was so
amazed at their willingness, when ready to get back
to the front lines of Iraq. There was a incredible
sense of loyalty to their country and their
"brotherhood" in the Marines! It was great to hear
their stories and share with them. They are truly an
amazing group of men. Our Fallen Soldier looks
forward to working and assisting with Wounded
Warriors and helping these soldiers!
had the distinct pleasure of going to the Wounded
Warrior Center on Camp Pendleton. There she met
many brave and courageous soldiers that have been
injured during combat. Kelly was accompanied by
Jim Gualarte, Supporter, Friend and Volunteer for
Our Fallen Soldier. Our Fallen Soldier donated 12
"Hero" comfort blankets to the group... to show our
appreciation! Many of these young men face months
if not years of rehab and surgeries. Kelly was so
amazed at their willingness, when ready to get back
to the front lines of Iraq. There was a incredible
sense of loyalty to their country and their
"brotherhood" in the Marines! It was great to hear
their stories and share with them. They are truly an
amazing group of men. Our Fallen Soldier looks
forward to working and assisting with Wounded
Warriors and helping these soldiers!
| Kelly Luisi pictured with our true American Heros during a visit to The Wounded Warrior Center on USMC Camp Pendleton, California |
| Jim Gualarte |
| Memorial Day 2008 Alex and Nick, nephews of Sgt. Kyle Colnot KIA 4/22/2006 , who race Motocross, took part in a Special Memorial Day service to honor fallen soldiers on Monday before the start of their MotoXkids race at Lake Elsinore. Nearly 100 riders and their parents took part in the festivities arranged by MotoXkids. The riders gathered together for a ceremony, the national anthem, a fly by L-29 Delphin military jets, a laying of a wreath and a moment of silence. The riders were then given small flags to attach to their helmets... and did a Memorial Parade Lap in honor of our fallen soldiers. It was a very touching tribute! Race Promoter Kevin Reno talked to the riders about Memorial day and our Freedom because of our brave and courageous soldiers. Nick & Alex were honored to be a part of this one of a kind race day ceremony. |
| Lake Elsinore MX Park,Calirornia MotoXkids Honor Our Fallen Heroes |
| Alex and Nick, nephews of Sgt. Kyle Colnot |
May 2008
May has been a very busy month for Our Fallen Soldier....
We began our month with the Carlsbad Village Street Fair, where we presented some of our programs to the
public and raised awareness to the public.
We were honored to have many "Item" donations from local business, that allowed us to sell raffle tickets
and give items away! Special Thanks to all who participated...
The Boxing Club, Taylor Made Golf, Grand Pacific Palisades, Sports Cllips, Oceans Eleven Casino, El Camino
Country Club, Sweets & Things, K1 Speed, Benihana Restaurant,
Oceans Bead & Glass, Great Clips, Westfield Mall, San Diego Chargers, Oceanside Harbor Boat Rental and Ultra
Movie Theater.
We were again astonished by the outpouring of support from the residents of Carlsbad and all it's visitors to
the area for the Carlsbad Village Street Fair! Thank you Carlsbad! We raised valuable money to keep our
special programs for our military going!
Kelly Luisi
kellyluisi@ourfallensoldier.com
May has been a very busy month for Our Fallen Soldier....
We began our month with the Carlsbad Village Street Fair, where we presented some of our programs to the
public and raised awareness to the public.
We were honored to have many "Item" donations from local business, that allowed us to sell raffle tickets
and give items away! Special Thanks to all who participated...
The Boxing Club, Taylor Made Golf, Grand Pacific Palisades, Sports Cllips, Oceans Eleven Casino, El Camino
Country Club, Sweets & Things, K1 Speed, Benihana Restaurant,
Oceans Bead & Glass, Great Clips, Westfield Mall, San Diego Chargers, Oceanside Harbor Boat Rental and Ultra
Movie Theater.
We were again astonished by the outpouring of support from the residents of Carlsbad and all it's visitors to
the area for the Carlsbad Village Street Fair! Thank you Carlsbad! We raised valuable money to keep our
special programs for our military going!
Kelly Luisi
kellyluisi@ourfallensoldier.com
| MotoXkids |