Patriot Plaza MORALE Unveiling

A few years ago, the photographs in the Testimonies tablets at Patriot Plaza endured unexpected weathering and required replacement. Only seven original photographs installed remained in good condition. Looking for ways to be good stewards and outreach-oriented, The Patterson Foundation decided to refurbish and rehome these tablets across our community. The “new” tablets would be modified for interior exhibition and hosted by agencies whose work with veteran services stood out.

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County (CFSC), which holds and stewards the Patriot Plaza endowment fund, hosted the final installation celebration on December 2, 2024, which included an explanation of the Testimonies tablets.

Read more of the blogpost, originally published Dec. 13, 2024, on The Patterson Foundation's website.