Montgomery Launches Veterans Memorial Park Fundraising Campaign and Website

Montgomery, AL - The City of Montgomery's Military and Veterans Commission is proud to announce the launch of the Veterans Memorial Park fundraising campaign and its new website, which launched on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, as part of the city's Veterans Day Celebration. This initiative marks a major step toward creating a lasting tribute to America's veterans and providing essential recreational resources for Montgomery's families and military community.

A Vision for Honor and Recreation

Located at 2390 Cong. W. L. Dickinson Dr., the planned 14.4-acre Veterans Memorial Park will feature a dignified memorial complex designed to honor service members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Space Force.

Key features of the park include:

• Memorial Elements: A Central Monument (proposed), a Memorial Walk Trail, Flag Plaza, landscape gardens, and a water feature, creating a space for reflection and commemoration.
• Recreation Facilities: The park will serve as a vibrant community hub, offering an updated pool complex, a modernized skate park, picnic areas, walking and biking trails, and a playground.

All facilities will be designed for accessibility and sustainability, ensuring enjoyment for residents of all ages and abilities.

Fundraising Campaign and Website Launch

The new website, launching on Veterans Day, will serve as the central platform for the fundraising campaign. Visitors will find detailed information about the park's vision, project components, and ways to get involved. The site features a patriotic "DONATE NOW and PLEDGE SUPPORT" button to encourage public participation.

Donation levels offer meaningful recognition:

$50 - The Sentinel: Personalized digital Thank You certificate.

$100 - The Patriot: Name added to the digital Donor Roll on the City website.

$500 - The Guardian: Invitation to the Groundbreaking Ceremony.

$1,000+ - The Founder: Engraved plaque/brick on the Path of Honor.

For major pledges and mail-in donations, please contact:

Eddie Compton, III

Senior Policy Advisor

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (334) 202-4999

Address: 103 North Perry Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104

A Community Effort

The Veterans Memorial Park project aligns with efforts to support nearby military installations, including Maxwell Air Force Base, Gunter Annex, US Army National Guard Headquarters, and multiple other reserve units. The park is estimated at $1.28 million and will be funded entirely through city contributions and ongoing community fundraising efforts.

Mayor Steven Reed stated, "The Veterans Memorial Park will stand as a lasting tribute to our heroes and a testament to Montgomery's commitment to honoring service and building a stronger, healthier community.

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