World War II Japanese American Incarceration Monument

Remember the people. Teach the History. Protect civil liberties.

During World War II, more than 125,000 persons of Japanese ancestry were incarcerated without due process. This monument will permanently display approximately 126,000 names, the first U.S. project of its kind. The project will be located on the east side of Columbia Park at 4045 190th St.

The monument will feature black granite name walls, accessible paths and spaces for reflection, and stories of history, resilience, and remembrance.

DONATE BY MAIL
Please mail checks to:

City of Torrance
Finance Department, Revenue Division
3031 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, CA 90503

Check Payment Instructions:
Make checks payable to: City of Torrance
Memo Line: Donation for WWII Japanese American Incarceration Monument

DONATE IN PERSON
Donations may also be made in person at:
City Hall Permit Center (Cashiering Area)
3031 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, CA 90503

Accepted Payment Methods: Cash, check, or credit card

Business Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed every other Friday.

Donor Recognition

You can leave a lasting legacy as well. A Principal Donor Recognition Wall will be placed for those that helped bring this project to life.

Eligibilty:
Recognition begins at $100,000

Who May Be Recognized:
Individuals, families, businesses, organizations, foundations, or City-approved in honor or in memory gifts.

Cumulative Gifts:
Multiple qualifying gifts may be combined during the City-designated fundraising period.

Privacy:
Anonymous gifts may receive no public recognition.

Tax-Deductible Donations:
Donations to the City of Torrance are made exclusively for public purposes and are tax deductible under Internal Revenue Code Section 170(c)(1). The City of Torrance does not provide legal, tax, or accounting advice.  Donors are encouraged to consult their tax professional regarding their individual circumstances.

For questions or inquiries regarding names to be included on the Monument, please contact the volunteer research team at admin@duncanryukenwilliams.com