Every Day a Hero
Q: What is the Rotary 911 Memorial project?
A: A life size bronze sculpture depicting a fire fighter was created as a visual expression in response to the tragic events of 9-11. It is titled “Every Day A Hero”. As a tribute to first responders, Rotary District 5440 committed to sending it to New York commemorating the tenth anniversary of 9-11 sending the message “We will remember”.
Q. Who made the sculpture?
A: It was sculpted by artist Colette Pitcher and cast at Dragon Casting (Eaton, CO) owned by Gary Pitcher. Both are Rotarians (Centennial and High Plains clubs).
Q: Where will the sculpture go?
A: The goal is to place this memorial symbol in the New York area where it can be an inspiration and tribute. A fire station in Williston Park just outside of Queens where many fire fighters and their families live has been chosen as the site.
Q: What is the sculpture made of?
A: The sculpture is cast in bronze.
Q: How much does it weigh?
1" lapel pin $5
A: Approximately 350 pounds including the steel 4’x4’ base.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: It will cost $30,000 for the sculpture, its delivery and installation. That is why we need your help to fundraise the project.
Q: Who is buying the memorial?
A: It will be fundraised by Rotarians of district 5440, other interested individuals and businesses that want to send the message “We will not forget“.
Maquette $1500 (limited to 30 editions)
A. Fund raising will be conducted by selling small replicas of the sculpture. The small sculpture is called a maquette and is a foot tall. It is on a walnut base and is solid bronze. The Marquette will sell for $600. We will need to sell 30 to generate enough funds to cover the NY monument. Pins are available at $5 and proceeds will fund the project.
Q: Is this the only one?
A: Bronze sculptures are created in editions to help spread out the cost of the mold. “Every Day A Hero” has a 20 edition limit. We would like number 9 to go to New York. If there is enough interest in raising the funds, we would like to place #11 in Greeley as a partner to “Build Better Friendships” by reaching across the nation, promising not to forget, and memorialize by strengthening those who remember. Other communities can purchase a monument until the edition is sold out.
