KRIS BENSON: A Letter From Benon's Battalion

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A LETTER FROM BENSON’S BatallionTM:

October 2002

We were devastated by the grief and forever moved by the tremendous acts of heroism that occurred on September 11, 2001, just like everyone else in the country-and throughout the world.

As we watched the horrific events unfold on television, we couldn't help but think that Pittsburgh, with its major financial corporations and other businesses, could have very well been a target of this devastation. After a few moments of an overwhelming feeling of helplessness, we had a vision. Although we could not help those in New York, Washington, D.C. or Somerset, PA, we could make a difference here, in our hometown. By helping Pittsburgh to become the most prepared city in Pennsylvania against any further acts of terrorism, we have an added purpose in my life: to make Pittsburgh a safe home for our family and yours. Now we want to bring this charitable foundation to other cities around out great nation.

I am not helpless.

In order to help make every city as safe as possible from the threat of terrorism, we created Benson's Batallion ™, a non-profit corporation dedicated to fighting terrorism and making our communities safe. Benson's Batallion ™helps to provide funds to police, fire and other related public safety groups so they are able to have the equipment, supplies and education needed to fight terrorism and to protect our communities.

Our vision has taken much time and energy. Many hardworking people have helped us to lay the groundwork to reach our goals. Together, we will work to raise and distribute funds where they are most needed, always keeping in mind the task at hand: to make our cities a safe place to live.

You are not helpless.

Sadly, as well learned on September 11, 2001, we can never be too prepared. Our freedom and security as we knew it has forever changed. But it does not mean we are helpless.

I hope you will review the enclosed information and consider helping Benson's Batallion ™ to help those who are responsible for making your city a safe home for ourselves and our families. It is the only way we can protect our rights as Americans, in the name of those who we lost on September 11 as well as those who survived but whose lives will never be the same.

Thank you.

Sincerely,
Anna Benson

SPECIAL WORDS FROM THE BENSONS:

“Kris and I are very fortunate to be in the situation we are in and live the type of life we do. That is why we feel obligated to help others and give back to those who are not in such a great position physically and/or financially. As a family, we try to contribute as much time and energy as possible to our community here in the Greater Pittsburgh area. We now feel that it is also important to help assure the safety of all families - large or small, rich or poor.

The way we can do this is to help those services that help us in time of need and put their lives on the line for us. Personally, we wish we could do even more. We are hoping to get other people involved in this wonderful cause, and help make all our lives more safe and peaceful. That is the major reason why we created this much-needed charity and our web site. By getting the word out about topics such as our protection, knowledge and preparedness from terrorism, We hope to make an impact in our city and state. Thank you all for your sincere help and God Bless!”