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The Florida National
Guard Foundation is dedicated to supporting the Florida National
Guard in its commitment to the nation, state, and local communities.
The Foundation was founded in 1983 and incorporated as a tax-exempt
public organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
In 2000, the Florida Legislature recognized the Foundation in statute as
the Direct Support Organization of the Florida National Guard.
The Foundation fully supports Florida
National Guard Soldiers, Airmen and their families, as outlined in our
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- Ensure
the sacrifices of Florida National Guardsmen are properly recognized.
- Support
Guard members who are in financial need.
- Assist
Guard members and their families in their pursuit of higher education.
- Advance
initiatives that promote family and employer support of our Guard.
- Preserve
the history of the Florida National Guard.
- Provide
awards and recognition to Guard members and their families for
outstanding achievement.
- Recognize
public officials and civilians who have a significant contribution to
the Florida National Guard.
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In over 20 years of service, the
Foundation has awarded more than $100,000 to Florida National Guardsmen in
financial need; nearly $200,000 in scholarships to Guard members and their
families; and over $70,000 in support of memorials, museums, and
historical projects that recognize the contributions of Florida’s Guard.
The Foundation has provided support to
Florida
National Guard Global War on Terrorism Memorial
The
Florida National Guard Emergency Relief Fund
Scholarships
Operation
Purple Camp (summer camp for children of military personnel)
Preservation
of Florida National Guard History
Camp
Blanding Joint Training Center Museum and Memorial Park
Florida National Guard
Heritage
Paintings
Awards
Recognizing Outstanding Performance by Guardsmen and their families
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The work of
the Foundation is supported solely by contributions from the National
Guard family, corporations, and private citizens.
Through the generosity of benefactors like the Grand
Haven Friends of the National Guard and Gulf
Atlantic Equipment Company, the Foundation has increased its support
to the Florida National Guard since 9/11.
Every gift, regardless of amount, is acknowledged by personal
letter of appreciation. A
voluntary Board of Directors, selected
by the Adjutant General of Florida meets throughout the year to set and
implement policy. All
administrative costs are borne by the Florida Department of Military
Affairs, so 100% of contributions are spent on support to the Florida
National Guard. Your fully
tax deductible contribution will greatly enhance the lives of Florida
National Guard Soldiers, Airmen and families. |
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Donations may be sent to:
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Florida
National Guard Foundation, Inc.
Post Office Box 1008
St. Augustine, Florida 32085-1008
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For more detailed information on
supporting the Florida National Guard Foundation, click on the You
Can Help icon. If you are considering an endowment
or a bequest to the Foundation, please contact Roger Williams, Executive
Director, at (904) 827-8519 or e-mail <roger.j.williams@us.army.mil>. |
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