Any fellow Marines...

[Fentonite]

​I went for a ride today, and stopped at the USMC Memorial in Golden. Our flag is in crappy shape. Are there any other former Marines who would be interested in pitching in to their flag fund? If not, I'll replace the flag myself, but I thought it would be cool if we could make a contribution from the Former Marines of COAR-15. PM me if you can help.

ETA: If we get $1000, we get a name plate on the kiosk. I know that's a lot, ...

Semper Fi.

http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz339/fentonite/4A034BFD-CEDC-439E-9150-6FF43CD8FA17-70562-00000DBC1384F488.jpg

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ETA: at the advice of th3w01f, I'm bringing the list of contributions from post #38 to this first post, so less people miss it. I'll delete post #38, and keep this post updated, at least daily.
From post#38:

Quite a few have been asking for updates on our total. I'll update this post daily to reflect current donations and a running total. If you are sending a contribution and there is not an amount next to your name, shoot me a PM with how much you plan to donate, so I can update the post.


Also, when I started this thread, I was really only thinking that former Marines would jump on board. I couldn't have been more wrong. Contributors include current and prior service members from each branch of the military, family of military, and stand-up-patriotic citizens. The response really shows what this board is made of. Thank you.

Deadline to contribute is Feb 9.


Fentonite....................... $100 *received*
Mrs. Fentonite................$100 *received*
10mm-man.................... $50 *received*
funkfool...........................$10 *received*
AirbornePathogen............$20
tmleadr03........................$25 *received*
AhPook...........................$20
Teufelhund......................$50 *received*
Ford_muscle1
Irving.............................. $25 *received*
Montaguegp.....................$20 *received*
hobowh.......................... $60 *received*
Rucker61........................ $25
GhostRider
DireWolf......................... $50 *received*
redneck122......................$40
Fmedges
SNAFU............................ $50 *received*
02Ducky............................$25 *received*
XC700116....................... $25 *received*
HBarleatherneck...............$20 *received*
jslo (& wife).....................$50 *received*
Anonymous Vet.................$20 *received*
TheGrey.......................... $20 *received*
Katastrophic & th3w01f... $100 *received*
sako55..............................$50 *received*
mobbs
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Mick-Boy ..........................$100 *received*
Bailey Guns....................... $25 *received*
Wulf202............................$50 *received*
hollohas............................$25
Hoser...............................$50 *received*
Sawin..............................$20 *received*
mrghost...........................$20 *received*
Walker 2970.....................$20 *received*
Akyla...............................$20
DSB OUTDOORS...............$10 *received*
Islandermyk.....................$30 *received*
Sparky
CO303
Kaiser.Shooter.................$30 *received*
T-Giv...............................$25 *received*
rockhound.......................$100 *received*
AK47 Ranger..................$20
Bentsight.........................$20 *received*
Dr_Fwd...........................$30 *recieved*
waxthis...........................$25 *received*
hghclsswhitetrsh.............$20 *received*
ChunkyMonkey................$25 *received*

Current running total of known amounts pledged is currently: $1620 !!

Total delivered so far....... $1450[Bounce]



By the way... The U.S. Marine Corps Memorial Association is a 501(c)4 non-profit organization, so your donation is tax-deductible.

[10mm-man]

I went for a ride today, and stopped at the USMC Memorial in Golden. Our flag is in crappy shape. Are there any other former Marines who would be interested in pitching in to their flag fund? If not, I'll replace the flag myself, but I thought it would be cool if we could make a contribution from the Former Marines of COAR-15. PM me if you can help.

Semper Fi.

http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz339/fentonite/4A034BFD-CEDC-439E-9150-6FF43CD8FA17-70562-00000DBC1384F488.jpg

That is pretty shitty looking! Stopped by there a couple times............ Why not let's do it....

[funkfool]

I'm in... In honor and remembrance of my pa... USMC Sgt. Maj. Ret.
Pm me an address to send funds....

[AirbornePathogen]

I was a soldier, but my brother was commissioned in the Corps back in August. I'm in for a few bucks.

[tmleadr03]

In. Let me rally the troops.

[Fentonite]

Looks like there's gonna be interest from more members than just us former Jarheads. THANKS!

I'll make the contribution in the name of our entire site, not just the former Marines here. (As long as it's ok with the mods). If we get $1000, we can have a name plate posted on the information kiosk.

Can we make a deadline for contributions of Feb 9th?

ETA: just to keep everyone's mind at ease, make checks payable to: U.S. Marine Corps Memorial Association. I'll collect checks, and submit them all at once.

[Ah Pook]

Not a Marine but I'm down for $20.

[10mm-man]

Not a Marine but I'm down for $20.


THANKS!

[Teufelhund]

I'm in for $50. Let me know where to send a check.

[ford_muscle1]

I'm in the ARMY but my brother was a Marine so I am always willing to throw in a few bucks. So let me know where to send the money.

[Irving]

You have a paypal set up? How do you want the money?

[Fentonite]

You have a paypal set up? How do you want the money?

I figured I'd just have people mail me their check or money order, payable to the U.S. Marine Corps Memorial Association, and I'll submit them all at once. I'll PM you my address. THANKS!

[Montaguegp]

I am in! PAYPAL idea might be better!

[hobowh]

Not a Marine, but I'm in. Let me know where to send it.

[Rucker61]

I'll donate $25 in memory of Lt Robert Paz, first casualty of Just Cause.

[Fentonite]

I am in! PAYPAL idea might be better!

Thanks for contributing. Paypal would require money sent to me personally. While I'd be happy to take contributions and then write a single check, I think for total transparency and to prevent any possible perception of impropriety, I'd rather take checks already made out to the association.
[Beer]

[GhostRider]

I was Air Force, but my Grandfather was a Marine, I'm in send me your info

[DireWolf]

I'm in. PM me where to send the funds.

[redneck122]

Not a Marine myself, but i'm in for passed MC family members. PM me your address

[Fmedges]

I'm in PM me info please

[SNAFU]

PM address please for my $50.00
Also get in touch with the USMC League

Let's get'er done all you Tufel-Hunden

[02ducky]

I am in, never been in the military, but appreciate all that our armed forces do for us.


Good on you for taking up this cause Fentonite.

bump it as well, let's keep this one going!

[10mm-man]

Simply AMAZING the response so far! It would be nice to get the $1000 we need... Post up how close we are by the members who PM'D if you can. Thanks for doing this and THANKS to all who are not Marines and joined in!

[XC700116]

Not a Marine but I'm down for $20.

^^ This, I'm in, My cousin was enlisted in the 80's, I got turned down (all branches) due to medical issues, but deeply appreciate and respect those who have and do serve.

[HBARleatherneck]

send address

[jslo]

I'm in for a friend who's son is in, and for the rest of you. Thanks for your service.
Please send info

[zteknik]

I'm former Army,but it say's U.S in front of it so I'll contribute to the cause.
If you can post up in the thread where to send funds or a pm me.
If I was any closer I would volenteer to help you guys.

Semper Fi!!

[Fentonite]

Simply AMAZING the response so far! It would be nice to get the $1000 we need... Post up how close we are by the members who PM'D if you can. Thanks for doing this and THANKS to all who are not Marines and joined in!

Agreed. I'm simply amazed, and humbled, by the response to this. I've gotten about 20 responses. I don't know where we're at yet, regarding a total. Most folks just said they'd send a contribution. I don't know how much. Several for $20-25, a couple $50's. I'll have to see what shows up. I planned to throw in $100, but I tell you what... If someone contributes more than that, I'll match it.

Seeing my flag in tatters really got to me. The response from the COAR community is just, well, I don't have the words. Thanks guys, you all rock!

[TheGrey]

Former USAF here. My neighbor is USMC. Semper Fi! Put me down for $20. I'll PM you for info on where to send the check.

[zteknik]

Just to add,if you ever come down to the Springs or halfway I can personaly give $20 out of pocket.

[Katastrophic]

Proud sister of a Marine.... I'm in.

[gnihcraes]

FYI - Local flag vendor that I'm sure would give a good deal on the flag. I need to purchase a new one, and always do from this fellow:

http://www.ahouseofflags.com/

[sako55]

Please Pm me with the address.

[mobbs]

PM me an address. P.S. any estimate on where we're at so far?

[Mick-Boy]

I'm overseas so I'd have to do PP but I'm good to contribute.

[Bailey Guns]

If former USAF money is good I'm in for a few bucks.

[Fentonite]

Running update of total contributions moved to original post.

[Wulf202]

$50

[hollohas]

Not a veteran, but I'm in for $25. PM incoming.

[Hoser]

Not a Jarhead, but Im in for $50.

[AirbornePathogen]

Put me down for $20, I'll get it sent out by the end of the week.

[Sawin]

I can spare a $20, happily, to support our Patriots. Send me the mailing address, and i'll see to it that "the check is in the mail.".

[10mm-man]

Any word from the MODS if they are ok with it saying it from the "Cool Ass people of Ar15.co forum"?

[Fentonite]

Any word from the MODS if they are ok with it saying it from the "Cool Ass people of Ar15.co forum"?

I did get Marlin's approval to make the group donation on behalf of the "Colorado AR-15 Shooters Club". We might have to talk about the "Cool Ass People" part...[LOL]

We are certainly going to make our goal. This is so freakin' cool. What a bad-ass group of folks.

This is becoming harder than I expected to keep track of (which is a good thing). If I have failed to PM anyone my mailing address, or haven't updated the list correctly, just let me know.

[Walker2970]

I was ARMY but did some training with FR and my Best friend in the world is a Gunny im in for $20

[Akyla]

I am in, never been in the military, but appreciate all that our armed forces do for us.


Good on you for taking up this cause Fentonite.

bump it as well, let's keep this one going!

Same here. Put me down for $20.

[sako55]

Bit over 24 hrs and $1000 pledged. That is pretty cool

[Fentonite]

Bit over 24 hrs and $1000 pledged. That is pretty cool

AMAZING!

[Fentonite]

Update: I received the first three checks today.
[HiFive]
Two of them, I could figure out who they were from. The third (from JH/LB for $50), I don't know. Please either include your screen name with your check, or PM me, so I can update the list to denote the checks I've received. Thanks!

[Teufelhund]

Update: I received the first three checks today.
[HiFive]
Two of them, I could figure out who they were from. The third (from JH/LB for $50), I don't know. Please either include your screen name with your check, or PM me, so I can update the list to denote the checks I've received. Thanks!

This one was mine.

[Fentonite]

This one was mine.

Got it, thanks!

[Kaiser.Shooter]

I'm not a military but I'm in, need your addy. I also might send a check in the name of MickBoy waiting for his response.

[Fentonite]

I'm not a military but I'm in, need your addy. I also might send a check in the name of MickBoy waiting for his response.

PM inbound. I also PM'd Mick-Boy. I imagine he's busy. Just let me know if you hear from him. Thanks!

[T-Giv]

Also in. PM me address to get the check out and I will get it into the Mail.

[rockhound]

pm sent I am in for $100

[AK47 Ranger]

I'll donate to the cause also in the name of my late father who was a GySgt 3rd Marine BN. $20

[Hoser]

$$$ left here today.

[Bentsight]

I'll probably never be more than a Captain on the Fire Department, but I will always be the son of a former Marine!

PM inbound for address

[Fentonite]

Nevermind - got it.

[10mm-man]

I'll probably never be more than a Captain on the Fire Department, but I will always be the son of a former Marine!

PM inbound for address

Correction; no such thing as a former Marine...

[jslo]

Bump back up to the top for a good cause.
[Salute] to Fentonite

[Fentonite]

I have a $25 check from initials SAA. Shoot me a PM and tell me who it's from (screen name). Thanks.

got it!

[USAFGopherMike]

What has the USMCMA said the money would go towards? Any guarantee or promise that they'll keep a proper flag flying? Is there a light on it at night? I almost joined the Corps and have a deep admiration for those who have ever worn the eagle globe and anchor. Uncle was in the corps and a good buddy lost both hands in Fallujah. Put me down for $20 and pm the address.

[Ah Pook]

Very kewl, Fentonite. [Beer]

Thanks for doing this.

[Fentonite]

What has the USMCMA said the money would go towards? Any guarantee or promise that they'll keep a proper flag flying? Is there a light on it at night? I almost joined the Corps and have a deep admiration for those who have ever worn the eagle globe and anchor. Uncle was in the corps and a good buddy lost both hands in Fallujah. Put me down for $20 and pm the address.

You can check out their website. Here's the page that has a copy of the brochure I picked up from the memorial:
http://usmarinecorpsmemorial.com/us-marine-corps-memorial-overview.html

I don't see any way for a "guarantee" that they can keep a proper flag flying, but I certainly hope they would, if they have funds. You can see on the brochure that donations can be earmarked for the flag fund, which these will be.

I have sent them a letter, informing them about this fund drive. I've not yet heard back. I would like to hear from them personally before I send the funds, but I'm not sure if that's a possibility.

I'll put you down for $20. Thanks!

[Hoser]

If you said you were going to send in $$$, dont forget about it...

[Fentonite]

I was at the memorial today, and two Marines from the association were raising a new flag. They are really appreciative of all the support our forum is providing. We're getting close to the $1k mark received...

[Dr_Fwd]

My new check books are supposed to be here this week.
Any chance you could take a PayPal? If yes im in for $25.
Thank you!

[Fentonite]

My new check books are supposed to be here this week.
Any chance you could take a PayPal? If yes im in for $25.
Thank you!

Sending a PM

[Fentonite]

I just got off the phone with the president of the US Marine Memorial Association. He expressed his appreciation to our forum for all the support. I will be meeting with him for lunch this Friday. We WILL have a name plate at the memorial. My wifey just matched my donation - what a gal!

Thanks to all donors. This is really an awesome group of patriots.

ETA: I just received the check that pushed us over the $1000 mark. You guys did it. I'm speechless.

[tmleadr03]

And I have totally spaced sending you mine. In the mail tomorrow. Sorry about that.

[waxthis]

For Brothers past and present.. Pm sent.

[Irving]

If you said you were going to send in $$$, dont forget about it...

Thanks for the reminder. I've had a check riding around in my wallet since the day this was posted.

[10mm-man]

I am delivering mine in person at the lunch meeting. Thanks to all for your support! SEMPER FI!

[hghclsswhitetrsh]

I'm in for $20. In loving memory of my uncle Robert Hoag. Please pm me with details for payment.

[Fentonite]

I am delivering mine in person at the lunch meeting. Thanks to all for your support! SEMPER FI!

See you there![Beer]
any other donors want to go? American Legion Post 161 in Arvada, 12:30 this Friday.

[Bailey Guns]

Yeah...I wanna go. But I have to work. :(

[tmleadr03]

Yeah...I wanna go. But I have to work. :(

Same, doubt the boss will let me off work.

[ChunkyMonkey]

Fire yer boss, tm. Fen, pm me your Paypal please.

[Fentonite]

10mm-man and I met with the president of the USMC Memorial Association today, and delivered $1255 toward the flag fund. He was sincerely grateful for our donation. As a way of thanking us, he would like to have some sort of a presentation when our name plate is added to the kiosk at the memorial. I don't know the date yet, but probably a month or two out. I'll post more info as I get it. It would be awesome if we had a good turn-out.

There's a lot more that goes into keeping that memorial up than I ever realized. Thanks again for all your contributions.

I will continue to forward any checks I receive, and will keep the first post updated to reflect our contribution.

For anyone who sent a check made out to me, or used paypal: I wrote out a separate personal check for each of you, with your screen name on the front. I will forward everyone copies of their cancelled checks when they are cashed.

Thanks again for all your help with this. We really came together and showed our colors.

Semper Fi

[10mm-man]

Thanks for letting us be part of this, and thank for your hard work Fentonite!

[Fentonite]

Our nameplate will be affixed to the kiosk at the US Marine Corps Memorial on Saturday, March 30 at 11:00. The president of the association would like as many of us as possible to attend the short ceremony. They are very appreciative of our donation, and would like the chance to express their gratitude. Please come if you can make it!

[Scogin]

Somehow I completely missed this one. Is it too late to donate. If not, where can I send the funds.

[10mm-man]

Somehow I completely missed this one. Is it too late to donate. If not, where can I send the funds.


Donate your time by being at the presentation of the plaque on March 30th..

http://www.ar-15.co/images/icons/icon1.png US Marine Corps Memorial Ceremony
The US Marine Corps Memorial association will be affixing our nameplate to the kiosk at their memorial on Saturday, March 30th at 11am. The president of the association will conduct a brief ceremony, expressing his appreciation of the generosity of COAR-15. It would be great if we had a big turnout - please come if you can make it (the memorial is at the intersection of Colfax and Hwy 6 in Golden).

[zteknik]

Good work![Beer]
I'll do my best to be there.

[Sawin]

I've put it on my calendar!

[islandermyk]

I will be there [Beer]

[Hoser]

Looking at post #1 it appears as though several that said they would contribute have not yet. Heck, one of the first guys to send in $$$ is in Afghanistan right now...

[hghclsswhitetrsh]

Yup I dropped the ball completely. Should be there tomorrow. Sorry guys.

[tmleadr03]

I was unable to make the ceremony. How did it go?

[jslo]

March 30th you haven't missed it, yet

[Teufelhund]

I will be going. It's on my calendar. If anyone wants a ride, I'll be coming from Aurora @ Tower & Hampden and I have room for 3 besides myself. I'd be willing to meet somewhere before (around 10am?) so we can carpool. Shoot me a PM.

[DireWolf]

Unfortunately I've got a prior commitment that day, so it would be great if someone could get some pics of the event to share...

[funkfool]

This is it... right?
http://tinyurl.com/c7eapq9
I am going to try to be there.

[tmleadr03]

March 30th you haven't missed it, yet

Either I need to drink more or less. [ROFL2] Going to have a drink and think about it.

[10mm-man]

I was unable to make the ceremony. How did it go?

Dude it was AWESOME!!

[10mm-man]

This is it... right?
http://tinyurl.com/c7eapq9
I am going to try to be there.

Yep, that's it..

[Fentonite]

I received another check today - $20 from SD in Brighton. PM me or post your screen name, so I can update the initial post to reflect your donation. Thanks

ETA: got it. Thanks hghclsswhitetrsh.

[funkfool]

Tomorrow...
I think I got $to start this as an annual event for us.... ?
I'll be there tomorrow... who else?
Let's make a statement of our support. to play
Even if you couldn't contribute... be there to support the USMC and I have a version of the dirge version (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0jnqy9Scvo) to play

[funkfool]

Donate your time by being at the presentation of the plaque on March 30th..

http://www.ar-15.co/images/icons/icon1.png US Marine Corps Memorial Ceremony


The US Marine Corps Memorial association will be affixing our nameplate to the kiosk at their memorial on Saturday, March 30th at 11am. The president of the association will conduct a brief ceremony, expressing his appreciation of the generosity of COAR-15. It would be great if we had a big turnout - please come if you can make it (the memorial is at the intersection of Colfax and Hwy 6 in Golden).

[Fentonite]

Tomorrow...
I think I got $to start this as an annual event for us.... ?
I'll be there tomorrow... who else?
Let's make a statement of our support. to play
Even if you couldn't contribute... be there to support the USMC and I have a version of the dirge version (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0jnqy9Scvo) to play

Are you bringing your horn? That would be really cool. I hope to see a bunch of you there.

[TheGrey]

I wish I could be there, but something's come up that I can't change. :(
I'll be there in spirit!

[DSB OUTDOORS]

Are you bringing your horn? That would be really cool. I hope to see a bunch of you there.
I'll be there my brother! [Beer]

[Fentonite]

Does anybody have a recommendation of where we coud go grab a beer afterwords? There's a Yardhouse and a Hops at Denver West. Other ideas?

[gnihcraes]

Is there any particular Edicate for the ceremony? Veterans/Military in one area vs civilians. I don't want to do anything stupid or disrespectful.

[Fentonite]

Is there any particular Edicate for the ceremony? Veterans/Military in one area vs civilians. I don't want to do anything stupid or disrespectful.

I don't think so. The president of the association just wanted to say a few words to express his appreciation when they mount our nameplate to the kiosk. He said it would be informal and brief. I imagine we'll all just be gathered around. Glad you're coming.

[Fentonite]

Thanks to everyone who came, and everyone who donated. Our nameplate is mounted on the kiosk at the memorial, permenantly. We got a nice certificate, which will go to Marlin (his forum, duh). This was really cool. Nice to see some members I know, and to meet members I hadn't met yet. Thanks again.

Semper Fi.

[islandermyk]

Thanks to everyone who came, and everyone who donated. Our nameplate is mounted on the kiosk at the memorial, permenantly. We got a nice certificate, which will go to Marlin (his forum, duh). This was really cool. Nice to see some members I know, and to meet members I hadn't met yet. Thanks again.

Semper Fi.
Very cool all around! Got to meet up with some new and old faces. I enjoyed the day with good company and some good beer... Thanks for everything everyone! [Beer]

[zteknik]

Glad to hear it went well.[Beer]I wish I could have gone.

When the wheather gets better I might be able to talk my buddy into having a bike ride up there-he's part of the local Patriot Riders.

[DSB OUTDOORS]

It was a beautiful thing. Thanks to Fentonite and his efforts, it went off with out a hitch! Thanks Fen!! And to those that didn't make it!!?? [thumbdown] [Neene1] Just kidding. You should have been there.[B] All the Cool kids were there!!!

[Fentonite]

Here's a pic of your certificate. Delivered it to Marlin (CO-AR15 HQ) today. You guys rock.

http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz339/fentonite/c3e88f691feaf7f725eeee338a6d518a.jpg

[wctriumph]

GOOD WORK YOU GUYS, KEEP IT UP!

[ChunkyMonkey]

Here's a pic of your certificate. Delivered it to Marlin (CO-AR15 HQ) today. You guys rock.

http://i841.photobucket.com/albums/zz339/fentonite/c3e88f691feaf7f725eeee338a6d518a.jpg

Very nice