Memorial Day is more than just an excuse to host a pool party or picnic: It’s a day set aside to honor the sacrifices our troops have made. With more than 1 million men and women actively serving in uniform, and nearly 500,000 veterans in Missouri alone, there’s a lot we can do to provide for those who protect us.
[little patriots embraced]
This Kirkwood-based nonprofit enhances the lives of military families, focusing especially on children with a deployed parent.
To help
- Provide administrative support at the office in Kirkwood
- Organize deployment packages sent overseas several times a year
- Volunteer at community awareness events, such as the one held in April at Busch Stadium, which more than 100 military kids attended.
Volunteer contact
Sarah Roberts | 314.821.5800
littlepatriotsembraced@gmail.com
littlepatriotsembraced.org
[h.e.r.o.e.s. care]
This group, whose name stands for “Homefront Enabling Relationships, Opportunities, and Empowerment through Support,” organizes caregivers and mental health professionals to serve military members and their families, especially addressing the issues of suicide and post-traumatic stress disorder.
To help
- Flex your muscles sorting goods at the warehouse in Fenton, Mo. H.E.R.O.E.S Care receives millions of dollars’ worth of material donations annually from corporations that help military families in need.
- Work at fundraisers. The May 17 5k run/walk at Jefferson Barracks Park needs volunteers to staff water stations and silent auction tables.
- Set up a care package event through your office or school for co-workers and classmates to help create provisions for troops overseas.
- Put your computer skills to work assisting with the digital case management system.
- If you’re a mental health professional, donate your time and expertise through the Give An Hour program, which provides mental health care to service members in need.
Volunteer contact
636.600.0096 | sign up for the volunteer email newsletter at heroescare.org
[segs4vets]
This organization provides Segways to injured military members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan to give them more mobility.
To help
- Provide administrative and clerical support, such as brochure printing and binding, in preparation for Segway presentations, such as the one May 20 at Busch Stadium.
- Set up and coordinate events at the office in Frontenac.
Volunteer contact
Lori Hampel | 314.965.4938
lorih@segs4vets.org | segs4vets.org
[upcoming events]
- Compton Heights Memorial Day Concert | 3 p.m. | Tower Grove Park
- Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery ceremony | 10 a.m. | Old Flag Circle
- Hermann City Band Concert | 7:30 p.m. | Amphitheater
- St. Charles Memorial Day Observance | 1 p.m. | St. Charles County Historical CourtHouse
List may not include every group that helps veterans and active military. If you know a charity we should spotlight, email us at reachingout@townandstyle.com or connect with us on Facebook.