James Lee Burkett Memorial Foundations mission is to provide support and assistance to Veterans and their immediate families.
Vet Villages
PTSD Resources
When you are in the military, you may see combat. You may have been on missions that exposed you to horrible and life-threatening experiences.
His Story
James Lee Burkett
formally of Omaha, Neb. passed away June11, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Linda; sons Brett of St. Petersburg, Fla., Aaron of Sarasota, Fla.; daughter, Sarah of Sarasota, Fla.; mother, Dorothy Burkett; sister, Bonnie Povondra of Omaha, Neb.; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
James was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp 2nd Bn 1st Marines serving in Vietnam. He was a member of IBEW Local 22 in Omaha, Neb., and was an avid Harley Davidson rider.
Although he is no longer with us James L. Burkett has influenced every decision we make at The James Lee Burkett Memorial Foundation. We hope that his memory will continue to lead us in the direction that allows this foundation to support OUR Veterans in as many ways as possible.
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What We've Undertaken
Providing Veterans who are struggling with PTSD access to support services in their area.
Being here for our Veterans to answer any question or call.
Establishing partnerships with other organizations to raise awareness of veteran homelessness and suicide due to PTSD.
Build relationships with local veteran-friendly employers to provide training and jobs for our Veterans as they get treatment.
What's Coming Next
Providing housing for Veterans while they seek treatment through building a veteran village of container homes.
Purchasing and/or donating land to house Veteran Villages.
Purchasing and/or donating building materials, engineering services, and labor to build these villages/homes.
Purchasing and/or donating Harley-Davidson motorcycles (a proven way veterans cope with the PTSD). Providing housing for Veterans while they seek treatment through building a veteran village of container homes.
Our Team
Aaron Burkett
Aaron Burkett is a long-term FL resident and successful business entrepreneur since 2002. Aaron graduated from Riverview High School
Brett Burkett
Brett Burkett has served in management positions with various commercial Real Estate ventures.
Scott Palmer
Scott started his career in the United States Army in 1980 before moving to the United States Air Force in 1983.
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