USS Thresher
Arlington National Cemetery
Memorial Project
USS Thresher Commemorative Monument
Dedication Ceremony & Reception Fundraising
Help us cover the estimated $52,186 cost associated with the USS Thresher ANC Memorial dedication ceremony and reception with a tax exempt donation.
Two fundraising programs are offered. Click on each for additional information:
You have two options to facilitate your contribution:
- Online with Flipcause (Processing fee of 4.95% + $30 cents per transaction.)
- Send a check made out to "USS Thresher ANC Memorial Foundation" to our Treasurer:
RADM John Clarke Orzalli
23 Pearl Road
Nahant, MA 01908-1163
If you choose the no fee check donation option, please register your support on our Google Docs USS Thresher Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Monument Project Supporter Form to receive periodic status updates.
The IRS approved our 501(c)(3) form 1023 and granted us Tax Exempt Status on June 27, 2018, retroactive to March 7, 2018. Our EIN is 82-4860038.
Anticipated costs for the dedication ceremony & reception total $52,286 and include the following:
Item Cost Estimate
Invitations $2,000
Dedication Ceremony Programs $7,500
Shuttle Trams $7,280
Reception Hall Rental $6,000
Catering for 1000 $24,406
Musical Entertainment $3,000
Lighting $2,000
Total $52,186
ANC Memorial AmphitheaterDedication CeremonyWomen In Military Service For America MemorialReception
Thank you to all who contributed over $60,000 to cover the costs of the monument design, construction, transport, foundation stone & installation, perpetual care, incorporation and 501(c)(3) filing fees, mailings and presentation documentation. Your donations were crucial to being granted approval. Our fundraising focus is now on the dedication cermony and reception.
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