Hometown Heroes Application 2024
Hometown Heroes Application 2024 — Summary
This is an application form for the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, sponsored by the Allegheny Club of Hollidaysburg and administered by the Borough of Hollidaysburg, PA. The program honors local service members with banners displayed in town.
Key Details:
- Application Deadline: April 5, 2024
- Submit To: Borough of Hollidaysburg, 401 Blair Street, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
- Contact: Melanie at mramsey@hollidaysburgpa.org or 814-696-0544
What’s Required:
- Full name of the serviceperson (to appear in photo/banner)
- Branch of military, rank, dates of service, date of birth
- Status: Alive, Deceased (year), POW, MIA, KIA, Wounded — circle one
- Whether previously honored in this program (Y/N + year if yes)
- Era of service to be printed on banner (see list below)
Service Eras Available for Banner:
- Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF): 2003–2010
- Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF): Sept 11, 2001 – 2021
- Global War on Terrorism (GWOT): Sept 11, 2001 – present
- Persian Gulf (PG): Aug 2, 1990 – Aug 31, 1991
- Cold War (CW): Sept 2, 1945 – Dec 26, 1991
- Vietnam War (VN): Feb 28, 1961 – May 7, 1975
- Korea Conflict (KC): June 27, 1950 – Jan 31, 1955
- World War II (WWII): Dec 7, 1941 – Dec 31, 1946
- World War I (WWI): Apr 6, 1917 – Nov 11, 1918
Placement Request (Optional):
Applicants may request street placement or ask that the banner be placed next to a relative’s/friend’s banner — not guaranteed.
Submission Requirements:
- Completed application form with signed photo release statement
- A photograph of the veteran (will be returned)
- $10 donation (check or cash payable to Borough of Hollidaysburg) — helps cover program costs
- Optional: Write a dedication message (“given in honor of…”) — may appear on social media
Contact Information Section:
- Name, relationship to veteran, phone, email, home address
Photo Release Statement:
Applicant grants permission for Borough of Hollidaysburg to display the attached photo on banners during the Hometown Heroes program. Program is non-political and non-partisan. Applicant assumes responsibility for accuracy of information provided.
Official Use Only (Bottom Section):
- Pole #, Banner #, Additional Notes — for internal use only
This form is designed for families or friends to nominate a local veteran for public recognition through banner display. All submissions must include required documentation and fee by the deadline.