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Today marks the 14th anniversary of the day that changed our nation forever. It is a day that will never be forgotten, and is a day that should be commemorated.

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Visit a Memorial or Tribute – Take the LIRR over to NYC to view the Tribute in Light on the evening of September 11th or to visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum.

Volunteer – Spend the day volunteering at a local charity or cause. Do it as a family and give back to the community for the day.

Focus on Hope – The 9/11 attacks showed us the absolute worst in people, but they also showed us the absolute best in people. Focus on all of the heroes of that day, all of the compassion and aid that people provided one another, and the way our country came together, united, after the terrible events.

Massachusetts Run For The Fallen Is On Saturday!

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They are a group of runners, walkers, and support crew with a mission.

To run in honor of every Massachusetts Service Member Fallen since September 11, 2001. They run to raise awareness for the lives of those who died, to rejuvenate their memories and keep their spirits alive. MARFTF seeks to honor those who have fallen under the American Flag. For more information or to become a sponsor, contact Military Friends Foundation at 1-84-HELP-VETS or MARFTF@militaryfriends.org

Rain or Shine
Saturday, September 12, 2015
84 Eastern Avenue
Dedham, MA 02026

Not a runner? Come out and cheer on the runners and show your support for the families!

8:00 am – Registration Opens
9:00 am – Name Reading
10:00 am – Timed Run Start
10:10 am – Memorial Run Start
11:00 pm – Post Run Event

$30 donation (supports the cost of the event and families of the Fallen) receives a bib, limited edition MARFTF t-shirt, finishers medal and food ticket.
Live Music
Boston Marathon Tough Ruck
Lynn English JROTC Drill Team
Post-run: Family Fun including face painting, Ice Cream, raffles and more!
RFTF active wear for purchase to benefit Families of the Fallen

April is the Month of the Military Child

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April is the Month of the Military Child

In 1986 the Department of Defense deemed April as the Month of the Military Child. From deployments to frequent moves, military children face unique challenges that most youth their age do not experience. This annual awareness campaign recognizes the sacrifices made and applauds the courage of military children.

Military families relocate 10 times more often the civilian families; on average, every two or three years
Since 2001, more than 2 million American children have had a parent deployed at least once.
More than 900,000 children have experienced the deployment of one or both parents multiple times.
Children in military families experience high rates of mental health, trauma, and related problems. About 30% reported feeling sad or hopeless almost everyday for 2 weeks during the past 12 months. Nearly 1 in 4 reported having considered suicide.
37% of children with a deployed parent reported that they seriously worry about what could happen to their deployed caretaker.

5th Annual Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial Dinner

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Massachusetts Fallen Heroes was created to memorialize our fallen heroes who served in the Global War on Terrorism since 2001. The organization acts as a liaison to acquire education, employment, medical, legal and financial services to military veterans, their families, and Gold Star families.

Event Information

What:
5th Annual Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial Dinner

When:
Thursday, December 4, 2014

Times:
Reception starts – 6:00 PM
Dinner begins at – 7:00 PM

Location:
Seaport World Trade Center
Boston, Massachusetts

Giving Opportunities

PRESENTING SPONSOR ($50,000)
•Sponsorship exclusivity in your industry
•Recognition in all press releases
•Recognition as the “Presenting Sponsor” from podium during speaking program
•Premier listing of company name/logo on official event invitation cover
•Premier listing of company name/logo on screens during dinner
•Premier listing of company name/logo in event program
•Premier listing of company name/logo on event signage
•Premier listing of company name/logo on website
•Three tables (30 seats) in premier location for dinner

GOLD STAR FAMILY RECEPTION SPONSOR ($25,000)
•Official sponsor of the Gold Star Family reception
•Prominent listing of company name/logo on official event invitation
•Prominent listing of company name/logo on screens during dinner
•Prominent listing of company name/logo in event program
•Prominent listing of company name/logo on event signage
•Prominent listing of company name/logo on website
•Two tables (20 seats) in prominent location for dinner

LEADERSHIP SPONSOR ($15,000)
•Listing of company name on official event invitation
•Listing of company name on screens during dinner
•Listing of company name in event program
•Listing of company name on event signage
•Listing of company name on website
•One table (10 seats) for dinner

PATRON SPONSOR ($10,000)
•Listing of company name on screens during dinner
•Listing of company name in event program
•Listing of company name on event signage
•Listing of company name on website
•One table (10 seats) for dinner

FRIEND SPONSOR ($5,000)
•Listing of company name in event program
•Listing of company name on event signage
•Tickets for four (4) guests to the dinner

* If desired, disabled veterans may be seated at your table

Commemorate September 11th

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Tomorrow marks the 13th anniversary of the day that changed our nation forever. It is a day that will never be forgotten, and is a day that should be commemorated.

Commemorate September 11th

Visit a Memorial or Tribute – Take the LIRR over to NYC to view the Tribute in Light on the evening of September 11th or to visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum.

Volunteer – Spend the day volunteering at a local charity or cause. Do it as a family and give back to the community for the day.