About Us

 

Who Are We

We are a group of volunteers who wish to support the goals of the Iwo Jima  Survivors Association, Inc.  The Iwo Jima Survivors Association is headquartered in  Connecticut but has members all over the United States.

The WWII Battle of Iwo Jima was fought February 19th through March 26th, 1945.  It was the  bloodiest battle in Marine history, resulting in the deaths of 6,821 American servicemen and  wounding over 19,000 more.

The purpose of the Iwo Jima Survivors Association, Inc. is to educate others about the  history of the battle and to honor and remember the men who fought and died there.

On February 23, 1995, the 50th anniversary of the historic flag raising on Iwo Jima, the  Survivors unveiled and dedicated a monument they built to honor the 100 servicemen from  Connecticut who died during the battle.  The National Iwo Jima Memorial Monument  is located on the east side of the Central Connecticut State University campus off Ella  Grasso   Boulevard.

In 2009, the Support Our Survivors of Iwo Jima organization was formed by volunteers who  wanted to show their appreciation and support for these WWII veterans.  The Support Our   Survivors of Iwo Jima  is approved by the Iwo Jima Survivors Association, Inc. and our  members aid the Survivors in accomplishing their goals.  Any funds raised go directly to the  Iwo Jima Survivors Association, Inc.

Mission Statement 

The Mission of the Support Our Survivors of Iwo Jima is to offer help and support to all Iwo Jima Survivors to show respect and thanks for their military service and sacrifices.  We support their goals by promoting public awareness and education of the WWII Battle of Iwo Jima and recognition of all veterans who fought and died there.  We seek to unite those interested in WWII veterans by promoting a forum for communication.  We also work to promote respect, recognition and thanks to all WWII veterans and to keep alive the memory of their service. 

Goals and Activities

  • Assist Survivors with annual events, Open House, Candlelight Ceremony and other activities.
  • Adopt-a-Survivor Program.
  • Publication of the SOS newsletter.
  • Support educational programs by arranging tours, hosting lectures or events and producing audio/visual materials.
  • Provide support and collaborate with other WWII veterans and organizations.
  • Other activities as needed.

A Note about Donations:

 

The Iwo Jima Survivors Association, Inc. , a non-profit 501 (c) (19) veterans organization, does accept financial contributions.  These would be used to produce their Iwo Jima Survivors Journal, organize their FINAL reunion and to fund their educational and memorial programs.  Information on how to contact the survivors to make a donation can be found on our Contact Us page.

The Journal is filled with one-of-a-kind articles, letters photos and information from fellow survivors.  It is greatly enjoyed by all and is a crucial link in keeping the veterans united.  The survivors would like to gather with their comrades for one final reunion.  This will be held in Connecticut during August 2010. In conjunction with the 65th Flag Raising Anniversary Reunion, there will be a Candlelight Ceremony of Remembrance to honor the 100 men KIA, fellow survivors and all veterans.

The Support Our Survivors of Iwo Jima does not accept financial contributions.  We do however, accept help from volunteers or donations of material items needed to carry out the mission of the Iwo Jima Survivors Association, Inc.  Items which we frequently need are bottled water, photocopying, stamps, event signage, printer ink and office supplies.  We do have a great need for volunteers to help.  We have listed some suggestions on how you can help on our Get Involved page.

We thank you in advance for your interest and help.

 

 

 

 



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