Our Cause
The Major Brent Taylor Foundation is dedicated to recognizing and paying tribute to the bravery and sacrifices made by military personnel, first responders, and their families. One way they achieve this is through flag missions, parades, and displays, which serve as visible symbols of gratitude and remembrance for the service and sacrifices of these individuals. Additionally, the foundation organizes a series of events during Veterans Week to commemorate and honor the contributions of veterans and active-duty service members. Furthermore, the foundation extends its support to various local military-related memorials and monuments, ensuring that these sites serve as enduring reminders of the courage and dedication exhibited by those who have served their country. Through these initiatives, the Major Brent Taylor Foundation aims to uphold the legacy of service and sacrifice while providing meaningful support to military members, first responders, and their families.
Flag Missions
The Major Brent Taylor Foundation offers a comprehensive range of flag services to honor and commemorate various occasions related to military members, veterans, and their families. These services include providing flags for homecomings and departures of military personnel, creating a powerful symbol of welcome or farewell as they return from or embark on their deployments.
Moreover, the foundation extends its support to veterans’ funerals, where the presence of flags serves as a poignant tribute to the service and sacrifice of the deceased. Additionally, the foundation participates in parades, sporting events, and other community gatherings, where the display of flags helps to instill a sense of patriotism and appreciation for those who have served.
The flag services provided by the Major Brent Taylor Foundation serve as a powerful means of expressing gratitude and respect for the sacrifices made by military members and their families. Whether it’s the emotional embrace of a loved one returning home under the fluttering stars and stripes, the solemn dignity of a flag draped casket honoring a fallen hero, or the stirring sight of Old Glory waving proudly at community events, each flag represents a profound connection to the ideals of service and sacrifice.
By offering these services for a diverse range of occasions, from joyous homecomings to somber farewells and celebratory gatherings, the foundation not only honors the individuals who have served but also fosters a sense of unity and appreciation within the community.
To access these flag services for an event or special occasion, individuals can reach out to the Major Brent Taylor Foundation via email at info@majorbrenttaylor.com. This email serves as a direct point of contact for requesting flag support, ensuring that the foundation can efficiently coordinate and provide the necessary assistance to honor military members, veterans, and their families in a meaningful and respectful manner.
Veteran’s Week
Each November, the Major Brent Taylor Foundation sponsors a celebration of all Veterans throughout time. The celebration includes a Veterans Memorial Blood Drive, a Field of Honor display of hundreds of American Flags dedicated to individual service members, an outdoor Veterans Devotional and the flight of the giant flag known as “The Major” in North Ogden, Utah’s Coldwater Canyon.
Stay tuned for the detailed calendar as November gets closer. In the meantime, mark your calendars for the following dates:
- Ogden Rodeo Military Appreciation Night, July 21, 2023
- Veterans Memorial Blood Drive, November 11, 2023 1-7pm
- Veterans Outdoor Devotional, North Ogden Barker Park, November 5, 2023 at 4:00 pm
- Flight of The Major, Coldwater Canyon, October 28th – November 11th, 2023
- Major Brent Taylor Memorial Ruck March, November 4th, 2023
- Field of Honor, Pleasant View City Hall, November 1st – November 12th, 2023
- Annual MBTF Fundraiser Dinner Gala, November 3, 2022
Memorials and Monuments
The Major Brent Taylor Foundation is proud to have dedicated Utah’s first Gold Star Famililes Memorial Monument in North Ogden, Utah. We have also helped get a second GSFMM to St. George, Utah, and are proud to announce that three more are on their way–to South Jordan, Utah; Sandy, Utah; and Layton, Utah. The MBTF has also helped Pleasant View City with their soon-to-be-dedicated Veterans Memorial (coming Summer of 2022) and the George E Wahlen All Wars Veterans Memorial.
We are also proud to assist with the travel expenses of some of Utah’s Gold Star Families to travel to the National Infantry Museum’s Global War on Terrorism Memorial Monument at Fort Benning, GA. (To inquire about sponsoring a family’s travel to this monument, or to nominate a local Gold Star Family to attend, please email us at info@majorbrenttaylor.com)
