Purpose
The Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza was built in honor of all of Nevada’s brave veterans,
especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We are building a legacy for future generations to understand the sacrifices required for the freedoms we live out daily.
This monument benefits the community by
>Standing with veterans, current military personnel, and their families
>Educating all with a focus toward the next generation of ... Read More
Purpose
The Nevada Veterans Memorial Plaza was built in honor of all of Nevada’s brave veterans,
especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We are building a legacy for future generations to understand the sacrifices required for the freedoms we live out daily.
This monument benefits the community by
>Standing with veterans, current military personnel, and their families
>Educating all with a focus toward the next generation of past and current sacrifices for
freedom
> Creating a safe place that produces mental health for all veterans and a goal to stop
veterans suicide
> Giving free availability to all veteran groups with a place to hold ceremonies, gatherings,
and times together to celebrate life
Facts:
> The memorial is a statewide memorial
> The memorial honors all branches of the military
> We have almost 900 names of men and women to remember and honor for their
sacrifice
> We are a 501c3 and lease the property from the City of Sparks
> There is a donor wall that shows all large donors and their support for our military past,
present and future
> The majority of all work is completed by volunteers
We believe it's our duty to honor and recognize the sacrifices and achievements of
those who have served our nation. Our mission is to commemorate Nevada’s veterans
and have established a Memorial Plaza at the scenic Sparks Marina.
The Memorial Plaza is a tribute not only to those who made the ultimate sacrifice but
also to those who returned home, their lives forever changed by their service. Many
veterans face ongoing struggles with mental health as they navigate the transition back
to civilian life. To deepen understanding and appreciation of their sacrifices, we’re
creating an educational pathway with kiosks highlighting Nevada’s role in various
conflicts, starting with the Civil War.
One of these kiosks will focus on suicide prevention, addressing the alarming
rates among active-duty military members. Our goal is not only to educate but
also to provide vital resources for those grappling with mental health challenges
during and after their service.
Currently, we’ve incurred over $850,000 in construction costs, and there’s more work to
be done to complete the memorial
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