This motto was drilled into me at a young age
by my Commandant during my Military Academy years. As
retired combat Marine officer, he mentored and shaped young
minds. We grew up believing that nothing worthwhile can be
denied to those who dare what others think impossible.
Yellow Ribbon Day truly reflect the above
concept and we're looking for a media partner. This day
will pay tribute to military families. We want these
heartfelt and positive images delivered to those family's
loved ones via the Internet and DVD.
Simple Plan for the right people.
Family members can tape a 30 second greeting to their loved
one and their buddies serving with them. They would have
filled out a release prior to the taping. There will be a
booth or area set aside for this purpose. Later, B
roll of the various activities of the day would be mixed in as
part of a larger story on community support of families at
home.
Start Time: 7:30 in Roseville for
kick-off (optional) Contact webmaster.
Event Times: 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. this
Saturday May 22, 2004
Family Video taping booth: 11:30 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m.
After Action: Assist with editing and
production for final distribution via DVD. All
promotional considerations open to discussion, sponsoring
options considered as well as revenue sharing options for any
public sales or marketing.
For your consideration:
This project began on May 3, 2004 when a
Marine mom called a popular talk radio host and asked
"Where are the Yellow Ribbons showing support for our loved
ones?"
In two weeks time a joint resolution to
honor this day worked its way through both houses of the
Legislature. Same for the City and County of Sacramento.
A grandmother headed up a Yellow Ribbon
fundraiser in a week's time that involved dozens of
volunteers that had never met. It was all facilitated via
email and this website. It was a successful project to
offset our expenses for May 22nd.
Today, dozens of strangers are working from
cities all over the Valley to make this event a special day
for military families. Some said it was difficult,
others said it was impossible. You can help us prove the
later wrong...
Help us show those families where those
yellow ribbons are....
Call me: (916) 448-1636 or (916) 730-9401
Dave Jenest, PDN Webmaster
with your suggestions or to volunteer.
