Military

The story of America is about the countless men and women
who give up their comfort, the company of their loved ones,
and sometimes their lives in service to our nation.

     From the Revolutionary War to the worldwide fight against terrorism, in times of both war and peace, military personnel endure hardship so Americans can enjoy peace and freedom. Yet, because these men and women often serve anonymously, their stories of sacrifice and dedication to duty can be lost forever. Current and future generations gain insights and inspiration by creating and sharing a permanent record of their service.

Americans All is a community outreach, non-traditional hybrid charity 
enabling all nonprofits to raise money using our revenue-generating,
multipurpose storytelling tool (free) and nationwide subscription
discount program.

     Despite our successful distribution of supplemental classroom resources to more than 2,000 schools and libraries nationwide, we aim to stay clear of the divisive politics that are now affecting social studies teaching in many school districts. Among other benefits, our program can help our nation’s middle-class and underserved populations. Most charities request donations but do very little for their sponsors/members. We are different because we provide an optional storytelling tool, have only one level of giving, two significant components, and do not sell or send out merchandise. Instead, we offer our members multiple opportunities to benefit themselves and their families when they make their charitable gifts. Members do not need to create or complete a story to obtain discounts.

     Our storytelling tool is free for individuals and nonprofits. Businesses and service providers pay a nominal fee to create their stories, which can be used—and updated daily—to reach and offer discounts on their goods and services to their current and future customers and clients. After a three-month free trial, we offer our members an optional membership in our Social Legacy Network to continue receiving these discounts. Importantly, we give 75 percent of member subscriptions and business membership fees to participating nonprofits. 

     Research confirms that life stories are central to people’s sense of self and the social world. It also asserts that intergenerational knowledge of one’s family history is associated with positive mental health, wholeness, well-being, and a sense of belonging. Stories are not just narratives; they provide comfort and reassurance and help build empathy and compassion. Creating a story about themselves helps individuals enhance their research, critical thinking, communication, and writing skills. Written stories also ensure that our nation’s history is not lost.

     Businesses can benefit because stories directly impact emotions, and emotions rather than data change behavior and frequently determine buying decisions. Good storytelling builds trust and connections. It influences people to believe in the products they depend upon daily and encourages them to become customers and clients. Most businesses spend about 5 percent of their sales on marketing programs, and our program offers them a way to get a higher return on investment on a fraction of that expenditure.

Americans All members can create and edit a legacy story and share and preserve it forever on our Web-based Heritage Honor Roll and the landing pages of our Legacy Partners. Each of their two stories in English and as many in foreign languages they choose to create can:

  •  Contain up to 2,000 words, of which 1,000 can be password-protected.
  •  Be updated at no cost. Older versions are archived.
  •  Be enhanced with photographs, home movies, and audio recordings.
  •  Include links to other Heritage Honor Roll legacy stories, social media sites, and web pages.
  •  Be shortened to print on an 8½” x 11” template to share with family and friends.

Click here for tips on “How to create a legacy story.”

Click here for tips on “Storytelling for younger children.”

Click here to register for Americans All to create and share a legacy story and receive program benefits.

Click here to see stories on military personnel on our Heritage Honor Roll.

Click here to learn how your family can become a Legacy Partner.

Any questions? Please contact Americans All.