Toyota has been a proud supporter of U.S. veterans, and to further benefit soldiers young and old, the automotive company has decided to help preserve the GI Bill of Rights by donating $100,000 to the Foundation for the National Archives. Officially named the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944, the GI Bill of Rights has aided many veterans who required help readjusting to civilian life. Its educational benefits are irreplaceable, and due to Toyota's efforts, it will continue to serve our nation's heroes.
Toyota Senior Advisor Don Esmond, a former Marines helicopter pilot, is just one veteran who has benefited from the GI Bill of Rights. A recipient of the Purple Heart, Silver Star Distinguished Flying Cross and 45 Air Medals, Esmond claims the bill helped him buy his first house and believes it will aid many other veterans in the future.
"It's an honor to have Toyota preserve this special part of America's rich history because of its impact on so many veterans, who sacrificed so much to keep our country safe and free. It's important that they are given help restarting their civilian life," said Esmond.
Dedicated to helping veterans, Toyota hopes their donations will aid former military personal as well by keeping the GI Bill of Rights on display in the National Archives exhibit and online. Toyota's donation will also go to the preservation of the Bill of Rights and President Nixon's letter of resignation, securing our country's history.
