The Colorado Freedom Memorial

	The Colorado Freedom Memorial has been established as a 501(C)(3) non-profit foundation, registered and in good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State and the Internal Revenue Service. The Colorado Freedom Memorial Foundation is a member of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce.
	The Colorado Freedom Memorial has been endorsed by the Colorado State Board of Veterans and Military Affairs, The Colorado Department of the American Legion, The United Veterans Council, numerous military organizations and most of Colorado's congressional delegation.
	Two acres of land has been leased to the Colorado Freedom Memorial Foundation by the City of Aurora to locate the memorial in that city's new Signature Park. The park is located adjacent to the west-fence of Buckley Air Force Base.
	The Colorado Freedom Memorial Foundation has partnered with Regis University and Rocky Mountain PBS on educational programs. Operation Footlocker with Regis University brings military memorabilia into classrooms to allow students a "hands-on" experience as they study WWII. Colorado War Stories with Rocky Mountain PBS seeks to gather stories of Colorado veterans killed in action who will be honored on the Colorado Freedom Memorial.

Timeline for Completion

The Colorado Freedom Memorial Campaign is moving towards a 2009 dedication. Many major aspects of the Memorial have been completed. Design is final, site has been selected and work continues on fundraising. Our goal is $1.5 million, which includes design fees, construction costs and a perpetual maintenance fund.