Warrior Legacy Foundation: “Veterans make the community in which they live a better place.”

Posted on | June 23, 2009 | No Comments

The Warrior Legacy Foundation is a brand new organization just launched on Memorial Day that deserves your attention.

WLF is “a non-partisan organization committed to the protection and promotion of the reputation and dignity of America’s Warriors” and is “a passionate advocate for the preservation and elevation of the hallowed legacy of the American Warrior Class.” Their core tenets are:

I. Defend the Defenders
(Through advocacy and policy influence, we will enhance our warriors ability to fight and win)

II. Care for the Wounded
(We will never stop fighting for dignified and complete care of our wounded troops)

III. Honor the Sacrifices
(We will never forget the Fallen and we will honor the sacrifices made by military families)

Yeah, I know there’s a sea of “veterans groups” already, but I see this one as occupying a unique place, which I think will become apparent to you the more time you spend on the site and the more you read. For one thing, you don’t have to be a veteran to join.

Plus, the big thing that makes this one stand out for me is the people behind it, in particular Matt Burden and David Bellavia. I don’t know them personally, but I know of them – they have stellar reputations and are “real deal” guys – and we do have some mutual friends. Please make sure to read their bios and statements, and watch their videos:

Matt Burden:

http://www.warriorlegacyfoundation.org/staff/details.asp?id=12218

http://www.warriorlegacyfoundation.org/?page=History

David Bellavia:

http://www.warriorlegacyfoundation.org/staff/details.asp?id=12216

http://www.warriorlegacyfoundation.org/?page=ExecutiveDirMessage

So, please go to the site, check it out, and join if you are so inclined.