Dear Shipmates, Coast Guard Family & Friends,

Thank you for visiting RESTORATION 2012, the DC-CPOA's initiative to raise $95,000 to restore the Coast Guard Hill Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery.  Since becoming President of the DC Chapter of the CPOA I have had the distinct privilege and honor to engage in several events on Coast Guard Hill - with my fellow shipmates, my family, and the entire Coast Guard family.



Through our annual Flags Across America events, I've had the opportunity to help maintain the monument and participate in honoring our fallen shipmates.  For me, each visit serves as a reminder that although many of our shipmates have been lost, there are many more left to carry on the traditions and memories of "Standing the Watch."



I am honored to work on RESTORATION 2012 and engage all of you to help us rebuild and restore this great monument to our fallen.  In the Coast Guard we are known for our team work and heroic acts; I am confident that we will once again pull together to reach this important goal.  Every contribution counts and I ask you to send your donation today.



Thank you for your generosity.  Semper Paratus!



Jon Ostrowski



Jon Ostrowski, BMCS

U.S. Coast Guard

President, DC-CPOA