Snowy Valley’s Heroes Inc

Snowy Valley’s Heroes Inc is a not-for-profit organisation based in Tumut, New South Wales, Australia, dedicated to supporting and honouring veterans and their communities. The group is composed mainly of retired professional and semi-professional volunteers who work to promote awareness and recognition of veterans’ service and sacrifices within the Snowy Valleys region. Their activities focus on community engagement, commemorative events, and providing resources that celebrate the contributions of veterans.

Our Indigenous Veterans Honour Project

This flagship project is a dedicated online platform that honours the memory of Indigenous veterans by allowing families and communities to search for and share stories of their relatives who served in the military. It serves as a valuable resource for preserving Indigenous military heritage and fostering community connection through the collection and sharing of veteran histories.

Mission and Vision

Snowy Valley’s Heroes Inc aims to recognise and support veterans and their families by promoting their stories and contributions. The organisation envisions a community where the sacrifices of all veterans, including Indigenous service members, are honoured and remembered, fostering a deeper understanding and respect for their service.

Main Objectives

• Preserve and share veterans’ stories, particularly focusing on Indigenous veterans.
• Engage the community through commemorative events and educational activities.
• Support veterans and their families by raising awareness of their needs and contributions.
• Promote veteran recognition across the Snowy Valleys region.

Benefiting Groups

The organisation primarily benefits veterans of all backgrounds, with a special emphasis on Indigenous veterans and their families. It also serves the broader community by enhancing public knowledge and appreciation of military service and history.

Types of Services or Activities

• Maintaining an online searchable database for Indigenous veteran histories.
• Organising and participating in commemorative events such as ANZAC Day services.
• Providing educational resources to schools and community groups.
• Promoting veteran welfare and community support initiatives.