End Of Year Giving

End Of Year Giving

Your Year-End Gift Secures Their Eternal Legacy

Since 1954, the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial has stood atop San Diego’s iconic coastal peak as a “Beacon of Freedom” and a reminder of the cost of liberty. As a 100% privately funded memorial, every gift directly preserves the stories of the heroes who put service before self, expands educational programs, and maintains this sacred site for generations to come.

The December 31st deadline is approaching. Your tax-deductible contribution ensures Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial remains a pristine tribute to those who served— and secures your 2025 tax benefits. 

In 2025, donor support made possible:

THREE WAYS TO HONOR AND SUPPORT

Donate

Donate

Your year-end gift keeps the memorial free and accessible to 300,000+ visitors annually, sustains educational programs, and preserves thousands of veteran stories.

Give by December 31st to maximize your 2025 tax deduction and strengthen our start to 2026.

Donate Now

Donate

Join

Membership fuels the year-round preservation of the Memorial and its programs.

Your Membership Supports:

  • Veteran ceremonies and tributes
  • Preservation and enhancement projects
  • Educational outreach and student engagement
  • Free access for 300,000+ annual visitors

Holiday Offer: Join at the Valor level or higher and receive two free passes to Jingle Jets aboard the USS Midway Museum (while supplies last).

Become A Member Today

Become a Member

Honor

Order a Plaque or Honor Brick

Honor a veteran with a personalized plaque or engraved brick—lasting tributes viewed by hundreds of thousands each year.

Plaques: Nearly 7,000 installed, preserving the stories of 10,000+ veterans. Wall space remains limited.

Bricks: A meaningful way to honor service along our historic pathways.

All tributes ordered by Dec 31st qualify for 2025 tax benefits.

Order A Plaque Order An Honor Brick

Honor