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WE DID IT... THANKS TO YOU!

Update #8 · May 9, 2012 · 3 comments

Good Wednesday morning, everyone -

We did it!  Thanks to your generosity, we have surpassed the $25K goal for costs related to Joe: A Real Story.  We now move onward and hope to generate as much as we can before Friday's cutoff.

Thank you for believing in us.

Joe & Steffan

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      Creator Mack McKay on May 9, 2012

      Steffan! This is great news this morning. Thank you for your efforts to make Joe's story available.

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      Creator Brian Vogt on May 9, 2012

      This is fantastic news. Next stop - the Oscars and the NYT Best Seller list. Go Steffan!

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      Creator John Brackney on May 9, 2012

      Congratulatons Joe and Steffan - we're all one step closer to a great read!

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    14 backers

    Just a way to show your support for members of the Greatest Generation, like Joe LaNier, II. Let them know you care. The United States loses more than 1,000 WWII veterans EVERY DAY. They will soon be gone...

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
  • Pledge $30 or more

    62 backers

    You'll get a copy of "Joe: A Real Story" - the amazing true story of a WWII veteran who battled racism in his home state of Mississippi & segregation in the US military and beyond. Joe succeeds in life, all without hate.

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
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    94 backers Limited (906 of 1000 left)

    For at least $10 more, you'll get an autographed copy of "Joe: A Real Story" signed by Joe LaNier, II and author Steffan Tubbs

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
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    47 backers

    This great donation point will get you a copy of "Joe: A Real Story" and DVD copy of the incredible documentary made about his life.

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
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    5 backers All gone!

    This donation level includes two autographed copies of the book PLUS a documentary DVD PLUS a collector's jar of black, volcanic sand scooped personally by Joe on Iwo Jima in March 2012. A true keepsake and memento to treasure.

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
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    8 backers Limited (12 of 20 left)

    An invitation to Joe's book launch reception in Colorado. Personally meet and speak with Joe, along with a photograph with him. Recognition at the event. Two personally-autographed books per attendee. Travel not included.

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013
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    0 backers Limited (5 of 5 left)

    Intimate, in-person keynoter speech and discussion with Joe at a venue set-up in advance. Autographed copies of books available. Perfect for companies, civic groups. Steffan available to emcee. Restrictions apply. Times flexible in 2013. Excludes travel expenses.

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
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    0 backers Limited (2 of 2 left)

    Travel with Joe to Iwo Jima. All-inclusive. An experience of a lifetime. Full details available.

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013