THE SILVER STAR FAMILIES OF AMERICA

     SSFOA is dedicated to supporting and assisting the wounded an ill and their families of ALL Branches of Service and ALL Wars. Their goal is to recognize the blood sacrifice of wounded servicemembers and injuries or illness that originated in a war zone, including, Purple Heart recipients, victims of friendly fire, those who suffer from PTSD, Agent Orange effects and Gulf War syndrome.

     SSFOA is an advocate for the wounded and ill and assist in educating the public concerning their plight. SSFOA is a member of America Supports You and is working together with other ASY organizations to support our wounded service members in the way they deserve. SSFOA is a VA Volunteer Service Advisory Board member.  Membership is FREE and includes Newsletter, and access to the Yahoo Boards. Membership is open to all.

     Since 2005, the Silver Star Families of America have been working to remember, honor and assist the wounded and ill of our Armed Forces. Single handedly this small organization that has grown from a group of 8 people to a nationwide organization of thousands has brought the Silver Star Service Banner to the forefront as THE symbol of the wounded and ill of our Armed Forces.

     At the same time they have done the unthinkable.  They have started a national holiday.  Picking May 1st as “Silver Star Banner Day,” for the purpose of remembering and honoring our wounded and ill was a bold move.  They combined the day with Loyalty Day and the start of Military Appreciation month.

     In 2008, 46 states, the District of Columbia, the United States Virgin Islands and almost 200 cities and towns across the United States issued proclamations in support of Silver Star Banner Day.

     Already working for May 1st of 2009, the organization has focused on having city mayors and county commissioners join with them in remembering the wounded and ill and have already received over 400 proclamations from all over the United States, with a stated goal of 5000 cities and counties.

     Hundreds of cities and towns have made the day a PERMANENT day to remember our wounded and ill. 

     If they reach their goal of all 50 states and 5000 cities and counties signing proclamations in support of Silver Star Banner Day, it will be an unprecedented event.  Getting 400 cities is amazing in itself.  Imagine getting 50 states and 5000 cities/ counties to agree on one thing.

     But apparently this organization has faith:  Faith that no matter what your political bent, your color or religion, we can all agree that our wounded and ill Armed Force members need to be remembered.

     And from all appearances they just may be right.

     To support this organization go to:  www.silverstarfamilies.org

     Contact: Founder Steven Newton stevenewton69@...