ROANOKE, Va. — The National EMS Memorial Service (NEMSMS) and Global Medical Response (GMR) announced the creation of an endowment aimed at ensuring the families of fallen EMS professionals can attend the memorial service’s annual remembrance ceremony.
The event is held during the Weekend of Honor and is the congressionally sanctioned tribute recognizing air and ground EMS providers who died in the line of duty.
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“This is not merely about providing financial support to an organization,” NEMSMS President Scott Davis said. “It is about ensuring that the sacrifices made by our colleagues are always remembered—and this memorial service is the only place where their names are formally honored for their service and sacrifice. Thanks to GMR, families who come to honor their loved ones at our annual service will feel truly supported and valued for years to come.”
The endowment is intended to ease a major financial barrier for families of fallen EMS professionals, providing support that helps them attend and participate in the annual remembrance ceremony.
GMR said the endowment is intended to spur broader, long-term financial support for families attending the National EMS Memorial Service. NEMSMS is also encouraging additional contributions, noting its website includes multiple ways to donate to the endowment or provide other support. Under the agreement, GMR will be recognized as the Legacy Semper Memorial Steward.
“Supporting the families of fallen EMS professionals is both an honor and a responsibility,” GMR President and Chief Operating Officer Ted Van Horne said. “This endowment reflects our dedication to ensuring these individuals and their families are remembered with dignity and respect forever. Through this initiative, we hope to inspire others in healthcare and beyond to join us in honoring those who have given their lives in service.”
Supporters can find more information about one-time and recurring giving opportunities through NEMSMS programs at national-ems-memorial.org.
