Keep YL-37 Flying – The Flying Memorial

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Ugly Angel Memorial Foundation

The Ugly Angel Memorial Foundation honors the 33 members of HMM-362 by maintaining and flying the YL-37 helicopter. This living memorial educates communities and veterans about their stories, ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten.

YL-37 Reverse Raffle - Annual Fundraiser

YL-37 is more than a helicopter.She is a Vietnam-era UH-34D that carried Marines into combat&hellip; and brought many home.Today, she flies again &mdash; not for war, but for remembrance.She honors the 33 members of HMM-362 &ldquo;Ugly Angels&rdquo; who never made it home.Now based in Iowa, YL-37 travels to schools, veteran events, and communities across the country &mdash; giving people the chance to see, hear, and feel history in a way a museum never could.But keeping her flying takes constant maintenance, parts, fuel, and care.This is where you come in.Your donation helps keep this living memorial in the air &mdash; so their stories are never forgotten. If you would like to make your donation by check, please make it out to: UGLY ANGEL MEMORIAL FOUNDATION Mail to: Ugly Angel Memorial Foundation c/o Nick Turner2883 Brown AvenueState Center, Iowa 50247

YL-37 is more than a helicopter.She is a Vietnam-era UH-34D that carried Marines into combat… and brought many home.Today, she flies again — not for war, but for remembrance.She honors the 33 members of HMM-362 “Ugly Angels” who never made it home.Now based in Iowa, YL-37 travels to schools, veteran events, and communities across the country — giving people the chance to see, hear, and feel history in a way a museum never could.But keeping her flying takes constant maintenance, parts, fuel, and care.This is where you come in.Your donation helps keep this living memorial in the air — so their stories are never forgotten.If you would like to make your donation by check, please make it out to:UGLY ANGEL MEMORIAL FOUNDATIONMail to:Ugly Angel Memorial Foundationc/o Nick Turner2883 Brown AvenueState Center, Iowa 50247

Reserve a $1,000 Table Sponsor and stand with YL-37, the flying memorial honoring the 33 Fallen Ugly Angels, Vietnam Veterans, and all who served. Your Table Sponsorship Includes:4 Reverse Raffle TicketsFour chances to take home the $10,000 GRAND PRIZE! Admission for Up to 8 GuestsBring your team, family, friends, or clients and enjoy the evening together. Catered Dinner + Open BarDinner, drinks, entertainment, and a great night out are all included. Your Business Logo Displayed at Your TablePut your company front and center while showing your support for ourmission. Sponsor RecognitionRecognition in the event program, on our website, and through a social mediathank-you. SATURDAY &bull; SEPTEMBER 5, 2026Willow Brook Barn | Colo, IowaDoors open at 6pm | Buffet starts at 7pm | Raffle Starts at 8pm Your sponsorship directly supports the Ugly Angel Memorial Foundation andhelps preserve and operate YL-37 &ldquo;The Flying Memorial&rdquo; &mdash;America&#39;s last flying UH-34D helicopter with documented combat service in Vietnam.

$1,000 Table Sponsor - YL-37 Reverse Raffle

Join us for an unforgettable evening supporting the mission of YL-37, the Flying Memorial.&nbsp; The Ugly Angel Memorial Foundation, a 501(c)(3), invites you to our first annual Reverse Raffle Fundraiser at Willow Brook Barn in Colo, Iowa on Saturday September 5th. With only 200 tickets available, every ticket holder has a chance to win the grand prize of $10,000 while helping preserve and operate YL-37, a Vietnam-era UH-34D helicopter that serves as a living memorial to the 33 members of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron HMM-362 &quot;Ugly Angels&quot; who never returned home. Your ticket includes admission for TWO to an exciting evening of drawings, live and silent auction items, fellowship, catered meal, open bar and patriotic fun, all while supporting veteran outreach, educational programs, memorial flights, and the continued preservation of this historic aircraft. (Limit 4 Tickets) Only 200 raffle tickets will be sold, increasing your odds and making this one of the most exciting fundraising events of the year. Whether you&#39;re a veteran, aviation enthusiast, supporter of our military, or simply someone who believes in preserving history, your participation helps ensure that the stories of these heroes continue to be told for generations to come. Thank you for helping keep YL-37 flying and honoring the legacy of the Ugly Angels.Tickets are limited and expected to sell out. Secure yours today.<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Only 200 raffle tickets available</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Grand Prize: $10,000&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Drawing held September 5, 2026</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Proceeds benefit the Ugly Angel Memorial Foundation</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Need not be present to win</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Must be 18 years or older to participate</li></ul>***At checkout, Zeffy will suggest an OPTIONAL contribution to support their free fundraising platform. This contribution is not required and can be adjusted to OTHER and can then enter 0.

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