Post 911 Foundation

Post 911 Foundation to Host Disabled Vets at ALMS Race in Lime Rock Park, Ct.

admin — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:06:48 +0000

This weekend, the Post 911 Foundation is headed to the American Le Mans Series race in Lime Rock Park, Ct. to host disabled veterans and first responders of the post 9/11 Era.

This will be a once in a life time experience that will provide a chance for the veterans of a variety of service organizations who have been wounded in the line of duty to forget about the hardships they face on a daily basis as a result of protecting our freedom overseas as well as American soil.

The men and women attending will be able to enjoy the race from Pit Lane with the Primetime Race Group, one of only two American cars in the entire series. The Primetime Dodge Viper will be featuring Post 911 Foundation decals and the team will be changing their number to 9-11 to honor those who have served and are still serving our country in the Post 9/11 Era.

For more information on the Primetime Race Group, the American Le Mans Series, or the Post 911 Foundation please visit:

Primetime Race Group Home Page
American Le Mans Series Home Page

Freedom Fest /Pinellas Park, FL

admin — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 23:12:01 +0000

With gates opening at noon, the 4th of July will feature FreedomFest offerings from the 3rd, but will host local, regional and national recording acts. As a very special celebration, the Post 911 Foundation from New York City will be kicking off their “Follow the Flag Tour” at FreedomFest. The tour will continue through the United States leading up to the 10-year anniversary of the tragedy in New York City. The evening will close with a patriotic laser light show.

The Post 911 Foundation will present the flag that was raised over Ground Zero as a rallying symbol to renew the patriotism and pride that brought the country together following the events of 9/11/01. Through the renewal of this iconic symbol, the Post 911 Foundation will bring attention to issues affecting veterans and first responders from all service oriented organizations and assist with the treatment of disabilities, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

They are led by Richard J. Miller who, as an NYPD Emergency Service Unit (ESU) Police Officer on scene conducting rescue and recovery operations at the World Trade Center that fateful morning, raised the first American flag over Ground Zero to rally the first responders and honor his fallen comrades. He hoped that some would be rescued and live to see the American flag. Unfortunately, many first responders, including 14 ESU friends, were lost that day – yet, the flag remained to honor their memory and inspire others at Ground Zero in the difficult rescue and recovery efforts. This symbol awakened a sense of national pride and unity that helped guide the country in the face of chaotic uncertainty.

To honor the Military first responders, who engaged Al Qaeda and Taliban forces in Afghanistan on horseback immediately following the terrorist attacks, and symbolically capture their achievements, the foundation will raise money to complete a bronze cast of a Special Forces Soldier on an Afghan Horse. They plan to raise sufficient funds to create three 16 ft casts: one to be placed at Ground Zero, a second to be placed at the Headquarters for Army Special Operations, and the third to be placed at the 5thSpecial Forces Group in Ft Campbell, Kentucky, the home of the men who led the fight. While focusing on their own programs, such as the grass roots PTSD support initiative, the Post 911 Foundation will also actively forge partnerships with other like minded charitable veteran, law enforcement, and first responder organizations. Activities to “follow the flag” on its historic journey back to Ground Zero will provide a vehicle to raise awareness and inspire assistance for American heroes. Through their activities, the foundation believes the nation will re-capture the spirit of national unity found in the Post 9/11 moment and come together once again to promote peace, pride, and prosperity. In doing so, the foundation hopes to assist those who have served our nation and may be in need, so they will be restored, renewed, and empowered to succeed: “Rebuilding America – One Great American at a Time”.

Post 911 Foundation asked to participate in the largest Memorial Day Parade in US

admin — Sat, 23 May 2009 15:56:40 +0000

The Post 911 Foundation has been asked to participate in the largest Memorial Day Parade in the country. The Little Neck, NY Memorial Day parade will begin at 2:00 pm and will march for over a mile.

Click Here To View Pictures Of The Event

Post 911 Foundation Partners With Primtime Race Group

admin — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 01:54:27 +0000

RACING FOR AMERICA: PRIMETIME JOINS FORCES WITH POST 911 FOUNDATION

St. Petersburg, FL (March 30, 2009) American Le Mans Series racing team Primetime Race Group and Post 911 Foundation teams up to raise awareness for the first responders, veterans and Americans who have served our nation in the aftermath of 9/11.

After the devising terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 NYPD Officer Rich Miller raised the American Flag on the antenna off of the collapsed WTC Tower 1. The flag was a symbol that American will come together and unite. The Post 911 Foundation formed to create grass roots awareness, community support, and tangible assistance for members of the Military, Government, Police, and Firefighter communities, as well as other great Americans who have answered the call to duty since the attack. Primetime Race Group will support activities such as the “Follow the Flag” initiative as its historic journey back to Ground Zero will provide a vehicle to raise awareness and inspire assistance for all of our American heroes.

Come join Primetime driver Chris Hall and the team and the Post 911 Foundation for cocktails and Hors D’oeuvre’s as they gear up for the St. Petersburg Grand Prix!

Where: VFW Post 39 (Oldest Post in the South)

Address: 2599 Central Avenue Saint Petersburg, Florida 33713
(2 miles from the Downtown St. Pete Street Circuit)
When: April 2nd, 2009, starting at 6:30 PM

“I am honored to be a part of an astonishing organization and to show my support by racing to the finish line for all the Americans who continuously fight for America. As an owner of an American-based racing team, campaigning an American-made racing car in an American racing series, supporting a foundation that continuously gives back to Americans who have spent time away from their families to fight for our country, is an ideal fit” expressed Joel Feinberg, Primetime Race Group owner and driver.

“I believe Primetime Race Group represents a true American Spirit, forged from the heart of America, the steel factories in Pennsylvania, and the union workers who make the American muscle cars that come out of Detroit. I believe this racing team can once again capture our competitive spirit and sense of national pride“ comments Scott Neil, President of Post 911 Foundation & Member of the Special Operations Community

About Post 911 Foundation
While focusing on programs, such as the First Responder Memorials and grass roots Peer to Peer PTSD support initiatives, the Post 911 Foundation will also actively forge partnerships with other likeminded charitable veteran, law enforcement, and first responder organizations. The foundation believes the nation can re-capture the spirit of national unity found in the Post 9/11 moment and come together once again to promote peace, pride, and prosperity. In doing so, the foundation intends to assist those who have served our nation and may be in need, so they will be restored, renewed, and empowered to succeed.

To make a donation and learn more visit: www.post911foundation.org
About Primetime Race Group
Primetime Race Group is a South Florida-based company with a sole motivation of dedication to its team of drivers, mechanics, and engineers, who share a common goal of excellence. The team is lead by owner/driver Joel Feinberg, whose passion for winning as a team is the foundation of his success. The team’s approach to the sport is not a common one, as a privateer team Primetime has chosen to cut its own path into the American Le Mans Series without manufacturer or factory support. The program is derived from countless man hours and sleepless nights to insure that when they hit the track there has been no stone unturned.

Primetime competes in the ALMS’s GT2 class, the most competitive in the series. With more than seven different manufacturers and a fierce group of talented drivers, winning will not always come down to how fast a car is, but also how efficient a team is. The team’s uncompromised efforts and recent success has shown that Primetime is a top contender and is here to stay. They are in the business of winning.

For team media inquiries, please contact media@primetimeracegroup.com.

Watch for the Primetime Viper ‘Race for America’ as it winds through the downtown waterfront streets of Saint Petersburg, FL. The Acura Sports Car Challenge of Saint Petersburg is featured live on ABC on April 4th at 1:20 PM EST.

Post 911 Foundation Hosts Kick Off Event Aboard SS American Victory

admin — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 01:18:20 +0000

About: Press Room

American Victory Mariners Memorial & Museum Ship
705 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 228-8766 Fax: (813) 228-8769

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

More Information:
Scott Neil (407) 276-6789

scttneil@yahoo.com

Kick Off Party for the Post911Foundation aboard the American Victory Mariners Memorial & Museum Ship

Tampa, FL, January 30, 2009 – - The SS American Victory will host the kick off party for the Post 911 Foundation aboard the historic World War II vessel on Friday the 30^th of January, from 5 PM to 10 PM. This patriotic venue has been selected to debut the Post 911 Foundation campaign of “Rebuilding America: One Great American at a Time,” as the foundation raises awareness and assistance for Veteran and First Responder issues.

The event will highlight the First Responders of 911, domestic, military and civilian, and include Detective Rich Miller from the NYPD Emergency Services Unit (ESU), as well as local veterans from overseas campaigns. Detective Miller raised the first American Flag over ground zero after the 9/11 attacks to honor his fallen comrades. The Post 911 Foundation will also feature previously unreleased photos and a short video clip of that event which memorializes the spirit that galvanized and unified our nation.

The Post 911 Foundation (www.post911foundation.org) is a Not for Profit organization that is dedicated to recognizing all those who have served and sacrificed in the Post 9/11 era so that proper attention and care can be given to those in need. Join NYPD First Responders, U.S. Special Forces members and other Post 9/11 veterans as they re-unite to honor this service to the nation and generate enthusiasm for assisting all veterans from the Post 9/11 campaigns. Be at the beginning of a nation wide campaign to “follow the flag” on a journey to re-unite the country and return to Ground Zero.

Tickets are $25 per person at the door and include food provided by, complementary adult beverages, ship tours, ‘Evening Colors’ , music, and more.

Tickets can be ordered on line by visiting www.americanvictory.org or by calling (813) 228-8766.

The American Victory is located at 705 Channelside Drive, in the Channel District, adjacent to the Florida Aquarium. Parking is available in the Florida Aquarium parking lot.

A ship of the famous Victory Class of cargo vessel launched in June 1945, the American Victory served honorably during World War II and the Korean and Vietnam wars, carrying ‘guns, gear, grub and gas’ and other material to GIs. Following World War II, she carried food, clothing and machinery to war-ravaged European countries under the auspices of the Untied Nations.

NOTE TO EDITORS: High-resolution photos of the American Victory are available. Contact Tim Teahan (813) 503-0317 (cell) or by e-mail at: timteahan@verizon.net for American Victory photos or Scott Neil (407) 276-6789 (cell) or by e-mail at: scttneil@yahoo.com

Starting the Foundation

admin — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 01:07:35 +0000

Rich Miller and I have had a close friendship since I had returned from my first rotation into Afghanistan in late 2002. Rich was invited to our welcome home party by then Col. John Muhlolland the commander of the 5th Special Forces Group. We had actually met at a private house party which was attended by Robin Moore. Robin was close friend of the Special Forces and the NYPD.