On Veterans Day, Balance of Nature honors veterans and supports initiatives like United We Pledge to promote patriotism and civic education.
By: Karla Seamons
On this Veterans Day, Balance of Nature wishes to express our deep gratitude to our nation’s veterans. You have served to protect our lives and liberties with courage, dedication, and at great personal sacrifice. We are grateful for this public holiday that provides us an opportunity to honor veterans. As a company, we know that the gift you have given us deserves far more than just one day of recognition. We strive to always honor your sacrifice and dedication.
Throughout the year, Balance of Nature takes action to keep patriotism alive by educating team members and the public on our founding principles and civic duties. Within our company, we display the flag of the United States of America in each of our buildings. We begin every staff meeting with a prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. We provide team members with opportunities to learn more about how our government works and how they can take part in processes of change. We also provide non-partisan resources to help our team members make informed voting decisions.
In addition, we support events that promote patriotism and join hands with organizations that educate youth and adults on the founding of our nation. Recently, as a premiere sponsor of the Black Desert PGA Championship, we supported the non-profit organization United We Pledge in their efforts to raise donations during the event. Not only was United We Pledge named the charity of choice for the tournament, receiving a $200K donation from the Black Desert PGA Championship, but the organization also had the opportunity to honor veterans, active military members, and first responders as guests to enjoy watching the championship.
United We Pledge is a non-profit, non-partisan organization whose mission is to “Provide best-in-class educational platforms, learning destinations, and patriotic celebrations focused on the history and core principles of our nation’s founding documents.” Their current projects include Give Me Liberty and Liberty Village. Give Me Liberty is an interactive educational program about the founding of the United States, complete with a traveling bus exhibit and historical reenactors. Liberty Village is a nonproift organization set to build a 32-acre, colonial-themed park in Hurricane, Utah that will bring American history to life.
Under the direction of CEO Lex Howard, United We Pledge started as a small group of Balance of Nature team members and grew into its own 501(c)3 organization. Balance of Nature continues to support United We Pledge through offering the “Patriot Pack.” Customers can choose the Patriot Pack at no additional cost, and for each one sold, Balance of Nature donates $5 to United We Pledge.
Balance of Nature is committed to keeping the spirit of liberty alive that you, our veterans, have given so much to preserve. We are grateful for the service members on our teams, in our communities, and in our families. Your experiences and insights bring value to everything we do. God bless you on this Veterans Day and every day!
