The Society of the First Infantry Division

Goal: $10,000.00

Specific Need

We are a 501c3 non-profit organization, the funds needed will assist us in our Mission of carrying on the legacy and memory of the 1st Infantry Division and honoring the sacifrices of our fallen. The funds will also assist with taking care of our own; supporting a variety of events on Fort Riley in support of the 1ID, that includes but not limited to: NCO/SOY recognition; providing wreath and memory books for families of our fallen; emergency assistance grants to current 1ID Soldiers on a case by case basis; providing gift cards to the 1st Division and Fort Riley Chaplains office during the holiday season and throughtout the year for Soldiers and famiies in need.

Mission

The mission of the Society of the 1st Infantry Division is to perpetuate the memory of the 1st Infantry Division, US Army and to honor the service and sacrifice of its soldiers and units.

It perpetuates the memory of the 1st Infantry Division by maintaining the proud legacy of the 1st Infantry Division through a number of historical and related activities within the civilian community and by maintaining close and continuous liaison and support within the active 1st Infantry Division.

Through its locator and reunion activities, the Society creates an environment conducive to reestablishing and maintaining foxhole friendships made in Big Red One units.

It is dedicated to honoring Big Red One soldiers who were killed in the service of their country and regularly sponsors memorial services in their memory.

Big Red One Veterans:

“You honored us by your service in the 1st Infantry Division.
We now honor you by providing the finest of services possible.”

LTG Ron Watts CW3 (Ret) Phyllis A. Fitzgerald
President Executive Director