About Us

Honoring
Our
Brave Soldiers

We are excited to announce that “A Grateful Nation Cares, Inc.” (AGNC), a Florida non- profit, which three local volunteers are in the process of forming is planning to erect an Iraq Afghanistan Memorial to the Fallen and the Families of the Fallen in beautiful Port
Orange, FL.

We anticipate the memorial will be located on Dunlawton Avenue, the city’s premier thoroughfare, east of I-95 on an already secured commercial property.

The project has been initiated by Eric Gill, Diana Johns, and Jake Johansson.

Honoring those lost in service to our country, their families and all whose lives they touched. Their Memorial Day is 24/7 for the rest of their lives.

Dedicated not just to those lost in combat; equally important we recognize losses extend beyond the war zone, including veteran suicides.

Since Sept 11, 2001, the total lost to post-combat suicide is over 30,000 which is several multiples of those lost during time of war.

Accordingly, we want our memorial to be uplifting. The mission of Honoring the Fallen is likewise consistent with Healing the Living.

Looking like they are coming home from deployment, life-size bronze castings of soldiers will be the center piece of the monument.
WHY CHOOSE US

Vision

To create a lasting tribute that honors the sacrifices of our soldiers and offers hope and healing to veterans and their families.

Mission

We aim to inspire hope, foster healing, and demonstrate our nation’s unwavering gratitude and support for all who have served.

Values

Honoring the sacrifices of our service members. Supporting veterans and their families. Inspiring positive change and healing.

“Charting the Resting Places of American War Heroes Abroad”

The sacrifices made by American soldiers extend far beyond the borders of our nation. “Charting the Resting Places of American War Heroes Abroad” is a solemn endeavor to honor those who gave their lives in foreign lands. These hallowed grounds, scattered across the globe, serve as enduring reminders of the bravery and commitment of our fallen heroes. By documenting and preserving these sites, we pay tribute to their ultimate sacrifice and ensure their legacies are remembered. This initiative fosters a deeper connection to our history and underscores the global impact of their service and dedication.

Support Our Veterans

IRAQ-AFGHANISTAN MEMORIAL Foundation

A Tribute to the Fallen and Their Families in Port Orange

The IRAQ-AFGHANISTAN MEMORIAL is proud to announce an important initiative led by “A Grateful Nation Cares, Inc.” (AGNC), a dedicated Florida non-profit founded by three local volunteers: Eric Gill, Diana Johns, and Jake Johansson. Our mission is to erect a memorial honoring the fallen soldiers and the families of those who sacrificed their lives in the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts.

Memorial Significance

Collaborative Effort