With Memorial Day approaching, Vietnam veteran and founder of Help R Heroes Gary Scaife realizes many Las Vegas families and individuals are seeking ways to pay tribute to men and women who sacrificed their lives for the country.
Scaife and his nonprofit volunteers shared some examples of meaningful Memorial Day activities.
- Participate in the National Moment of Remembrance at 3:00 pm.
- Make a tissue paper poppy flower.
- Decorate a veteran’s grave.
- Use sidewalk chalk to create patriotic art or messages.
- Craft thank you cards or posters for veteran organizations or relatives.
- Post a tribute on social media.
- Partake in a Memorial Day parade.
- Read a children’s book about Memorial Day.
- Share a red, white, and blue dessert or fruit salad with a veteran.
- Read a patriotic poem.
- Sing a patriotic song.
The origin of Memorial Day, formerly known as Decoration Day, traces back to 1868. Gen. John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic issued the Memorial Day Act that called for using flowers to decorate the graves of soldiers who lost their lives during the American Civil War. Eventually, Decoration Day became known as Memorial Day and was designated as a national holiday to commemorate all military personnel who died in service to the United States.
Fast-forwarding to the present, the Help R Heroes team believes heartfelt participation in Memorial Day activities can ensure the history and significance of honoring and remembering fallen service men and women isn’t forgotten.
Help R Heroes of Las Vegas is a 501 (C) (3) non-profit that benefits veterans in need. The organization offers free workshops that teach veterans how to craft and sell handmade artisan gifts. Help R Heroes is an official Made in Nevada and Veteran Owned Business member.
For more information on the mission of Help R Heroes, visit HELP R HEROES. To shop for veteran-made gifts, visit Vet-Made | Vet-Made – Made in Nevada.
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