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# Honor Flight Network

Honoring American Veterans

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- [PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes Sponsors Honor Flight for Puerto Rico’s Veteran Community](https://www.honorflight.org/penfed-foundation-for-military-heroes-sponsors-honor-flight-for-puerto-ricos-veteran-community/) - PR Newswire TYSONS, Va., April 6, 2026 – The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes is proud to announce its sponsorship of an Honor Flight traveling from Puerto Rico to honor the service of the island’s veteran community. Veterans will fly from San Juan to Washington, D.C. June 12-14 to visit monuments and memorials built in their honor in the second ever Honor Flight out of Puerto Rico. Eligibility includes
- [New Program Pairs NGAUS Members with Veterans on Honor Flight Trips](https://www.honorflight.org/new-program-pairs-ngaus-members-with-veterans-on-honor-flight-trips/) - NGAUS.orgWASHINGTON, D.C. (March 12, 2026) — A new National Guard Educational Foundation program will cover the cost for most NGAUS members to escort veterans traveling on Honor Flight trips to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials that commemorate their service. Honor Flight Guardians stay with their assigned veterans for the entire trip, providing physical assistance, logistical
- [April 21 is Honor Flight Day in LaRue County](https://www.honorflight.org/april-21-is-honor-flight-day-in-larue-county/) - PMG-ky2.comBy Victoria Cox Editor In 20 days, three LaRue County men who left their homes and families to defend our nation and the freedoms enjoyed today will travel to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to honoring their service and sacrifices. April 21, 2026, has therefore been proclaimed as Honor Flight Day in LaRue
- [St. Louis Honor Flight takes veterans to Washington for recognition](https://www.honorflight.org/st-louis-honor-flight-takes-veterans-to-washington-for-recognition/) - Fox 2 nowBy Nick Gladney, Laura SimonST. LOUIS – The 114th Greater St. Louis Honor Flight is departing Wednesday morning from St. Louis Lambert International Airport for Washington. The flight carries a group of veterans who served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War for a day of recognition at the
- [All female Honor Flight takes 120+ veterans from Lakeland to D.C.](https://www.honorflight.org/all-female-honor-flight-takes-120-veterans-from-lakeland-to-d-c/) - WJHGBy Alexis LewisFLORIDA (WJHG/WECP) – More than 120 veterans participated in an all-female Honor Flight from Lakeland on Wednesday. Female veterans ages 32-91 traveled to Washington D.C., visiting war monuments to honor their service, sacrifices, and loved ones Senator Ashley Moody met with them at the Lincoln Memorial to deliver a special thank you for their
- [Meet the women behind the Twin Tiers Honor Flight Missions](https://www.honorflight.org/meet-the-women-behind-the-twin-tiers-honor-flight-missions/) - WBNGBy Madeline L. AdamsSOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WBNG) — The Twin Tiers Honor Flight, a program that takes veterans on trips to the nation’s capital, wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of the women behind the scenes. Patty Vincent, president and medical director of Twin Tiers Honor Flight, said her first mission did not go as planned.
- [Midwest Honor Flight announces 7th annual All Mission Reunion](https://www.honorflight.org/midwest-honor-flight-announces-7th-annual-all-mission-reunion/) - Midwest Honor Flight announces 7th annual All Mission Reunion SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The Midwest Honor Flight of Sioux Falls announced its 7th annual All Mission Reunion this week. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, at the Sioux Falls Ramkota Exhibit Hall. Organizers said this year’s reunion will take place
- [Walden resident named Vice Chairman of Honor Flight Network’s Board](https://www.honorflight.org/walden-resident-named-vice-chairman-of-honor-flight-networks-board/) - Walden resident named Vice Chairman of Honor Flight Network’s Board WALDEN- Walden resident Frank P. Kimler has been elected as the Honor Flight Network’s Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors. “I am deeply honored to serve as Vice Chairman of the Honor Flight Network,” said Kimler. “It is a privilege to be the vice
- [Frank Kimler](https://www.honorflight.org/frank-kimler/) - Frank Kimler – Vice ChairmanWalden, NY Frank Kimler has spent 25 years in public accounting, starting at KPMG, LLP and currently specializes in accounting and tax consulting for tax-exempt organizations at the firm of Nugent & Haeussler, PC, in Montgomery, NY. He also provides tax and consulting services to high net-worth individuals, businesses, and Family
- [Theresa Werner](https://www.honorflight.org/theresa-werner/) - Theresa Werner – Board ChairmanHerndon, VA Theresa Werner is an award-winning journalist, currently working at PBS NewsHour with Judy Woodruff. Werner was the first freelance journalist elected president of the National Press Club, the world’s leading professional organization for journalists. Her father was a 30-year navy veteran, and that service has inspired her to support and honor
- [Matthew Shuman](https://www.honorflight.org/matthew-shuman/) - Matthew Shuman Alexandria, VAU.S. Army Veteran Matthew Shuman served as the President and Chairman of the Board of the Honor Flight Network (2022-2025), a position that allows him to continue serving his brother and sister veterans.Outside of Honor Flight, Shuman currently serves as the Strategic Congressional Initiatives Manager for Philips Healthcare, a company dedicated to positively
- [Puerto Rico 2023](https://www.honorflight.org/puerto-rico-2023/) - Puerto Rico 2023 The Honor Flight Network, in partnership with PenFed Credit Union, is excited to announce the inaugural Lone Eagle Honor Flight serving our nation’s Puerto Rican Veterans. For more information regarding the Honor Flight Network or about the inaugural flight from Puerto Rico, please click here.WHEN: April 12-14 2023Veteran applications will be available on
- [Chance discovery turns into treasured friendship for 2 Utah Honor Flight vets](https://www.honorflight.org/chance-discovery-turns-into-treasured-friendship-for-2-utah-honor-flight-vets/) - Chance discovery turns into treasured friendship for 2 Utah Honor Flight vets KSL.comMike Anderson SALT LAKE CITY — Over 70 Utah veterans are in Washington, D.C., for the 50th Utah Honor Flight. When a unique group of individuals comes together like this, it means that some special stories and friendships develop while visiting historic sites. “The
- [Day 2 of Honor Flight makes veterans emotional](https://www.honorflight.org/elementor-137229/) - Day 2 of Honor Flight makes veterans emotional Valley News LiveHarrison PrayWASHINGTON D.C. (Valley News Live) – Former servicemen shared their most personal memories on Monday, April 21.“It’s real to me. Originally it was North Korea that we were in. It’s just memories,” said Leland Anderson, a veteran who shed a few tears when sharing
- [Central Oregon veterans welcomed home after Honor Flight](https://www.honorflight.org/central-oregon-veterans-welcomed-home-after-honor-flight/) - Central Oregon Daily News Staff Local veterans were warmly welcomed back to Redmond Saturday following an Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C., where they visited memorials honoring their service and sacrifice. Community members gathered at the airport to greet the veterans as they arrived, then joined a procession to Ridgeview High School for a Welcome
- [Flightless Honor Flight experience brings Washington, D.C. memorials to local veterans](https://www.honorflight.org/flightless-honor-flight-experience-brings-washington-d-c-memorials-to-local-veterans/) - Wand NewsCaryn EisertVeterans at a local nursing home received a powerful tribute Tuesday as community groups partnered to bring a Flightless Honor Flight experience directly to them. The program offered the sights, sounds and significance of Washington, D.C.’s war memorials without ever leaving Illinois. The event, held at Maple Point Assisted Living and organized by
- [Honor Flight Network: The Mission Bringing Veterans to D.C.—and the Surprise They’ll Never Forget](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-network-the-mission-bringing-veterans-to-d-c-and-the-surprise-theyll-never-forget/) - AvgeekeryBy Dave Hartland On Veterans Day 2025, a heartfelt visit from a former president made an unforgettable journey even more meaningful. It was already a day to remember. On 8 November 2025, seventy-nine veterans from World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War arrived at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) from Madison,
- [Honor Flight works to convince reluctant veterans to take the trips of a lifetime](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-works-to-convince-reluctant-veterans-to-take-the-trips-of-a-lifetime/) - Honor Flight works to convince reluctant veterans to take the trip of a lifetime WSAWBy Madison MarondeOne-third of veterans need to be convinced to go on the Never Forgotten Honor Flight, according to co-founder Jim Campbell. Campbell said because of this, he has a list of the five most common reasons veterans decline the trip:
- [Government shutdown forces Quad Cities veterans to adjust Honor Flight plans](https://www.honorflight.org/government-shutdown-forces-quad-cities-veterans-to-adjust-honor-flight-plans/) - Government shutdown forces Quad Cities veterans to adjust Honor Flight plans The government shutdown reached its 28th day this morning, forcing the Honor Flight of the Quad Cities to adjust its long-planned trip to Washington, D.C.Organizers said the flight was scheduled a year in advance, with charter buses, planes and applications arranged well before the
- [Veterans head to D.C. for 64th Honor Flight of the Quad Cities](https://www.honorflight.org/veterans-head-to-d-c-for-64th-honor-flight-of-the-quad-cities/) - Veterans head to D.C. for 64th Honor Flight of the Quad Cities KWQCBy Madeline Gillespie Over 80 veterans and their volunteer guardians boarded a flight to Washington D.C. Tuesday morning for the 64th Honor Flight of the Quad Cities. While in D.C., the veterans will tour the monuments built in their honor, and attend the
- [Illinois veterans tour D.C. war memorials with Honor Flight](https://www.honorflight.org/illinois-veterans-tour-d-c-war-memorials-with-honor-flight/) - By WSAW-TVCaitrin Assaf For 20 years, veterans across the U.S. have been offered an all-expense paid trip to Washington to tour the nation’s war memorials. They’re called Honor Flights: a way to thank those who served and remember those who never made it home. The latest Honor Flight to touch down in D.C. came from
- [Honor Flight chosen to lead this year's Veterans Day parade](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-chosen-to-lead-this-years-veterans-day-parade/) - By WXXI NewsJeremy Moule Honor Flight Rochester will be given the ceremonial honor of leading the fourth annual Monroe County Veterans Day Parade. The organization provides veterans with free flights to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials built in their honor. In years past, the grand marshal has been a person, such as Sheriff Todd Baxter or
- [Honor Flight Kentucky brings Kentucky Veterans to the nation’s capital](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-kentucky-brings-kentucky-veterans-to-the-nations-capital/) - By WKYTAlexa Minton Kentucky Veterans from across the state got the chance to go to the nation’s capital this weekend thanks to Honor Flight Kentucky. 65 Kentucky Service Men and Women, traveled to Washington DC Saturday Morning, to spend time at the veteran memorials – made in their honor.Since 2010, Kentucky’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives have
- [Trenton veteran, 92, has time of his life on Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.](https://www.honorflight.org/trenton-veteran-92-has-time-of-his-life-on-honor-flight-to-washington-d-c/) - Trenton veteran, 92, has time of his life on Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. The News HeraldJackie Martin“That was the best trip I’ve taken in my life,” Bob Williams, a retired veteran of the U.S. Air Force, said of a flight reserved strictly for those who served in the military. Williams, a 92-year-old Trenton resident,
- [Honor Flight: Wisconsin WWII veteran takes lifetime trip at age 100](https://www.honorflight.org/elementor-137907/) - Honor Flight: Wisconsin WWII veteran takes lifetime trip at age 100 MILWAUKEE – It’s a day made especially for Wisconsin veterans; to remember, to honor, to reflect. Trip of a lifetimeWhat we know:On a Saturday morning in late April, a mighty group of the bravest Wisconsinites boarded a plane in Milwaukee, bound for our nation’s capital.“How does it
- [Selfless Among Us: How Tom Petrie Honors Heroes, One Flight at a Time](https://www.honorflight.org/selfless-among-us-how-tom-petrie-honors-heroes-one-flight-at-a-time/) - Selfless Among Us: How Tom Petrie Honors Heroes, One Flight at a Time 2 WGRZMelissa Holmes BUFFALO, N.Y. — On Father’s Day weekend in 2013, Tom Petrie thought he was simply going to the airport to support a good cause. His daughter Heather had invited him to greet a group of veterans returning from an Honor Flight—part
- [Jason Grower](https://www.honorflight.org/jason-grower/) - Jason GrowerSouthern New Hampshire In October, 2022, Jason joined the Honor Flight Network’s Board of Directors, where he is able to continue his service to his fellow Veterans, service about which Jason is extraordinarily passionate.Jason serves as Vice President for Sonalysts, Inc., an employee-owned company committed to National Defense. Headquartered in Waterford, CT., Sonalysts recently
- [Over 100 veterans head to D.C. on Honor Flight Northland](https://www.honorflight.org/over-100-veterans-head-to-d-c-on-honor-flight-northland/) - Over 100 veterans head to D.C. on Honor Flight Northland WDIOA sunny send off for the 100 veterans and about 50 volunteers who headed out on Honor Flight Northland on Saturday morning from the Duluth airport. Now part of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce, the event brings veterans to Washington D.C. for one day,
- [Veterans honored with trip to D.C. for Honor Flight Rochester](https://www.honorflight.org/veterans-honored-with-trip-to-d-c-for-honor-flight-rochester/) - Veterans honored with trip to D.C. for Honor Flight Rochester News10NBC ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Dozens of local veterans returned home on Sunday after flying to Washington, D.C. to visit memorials honoring their service. Rochester Honor Flight flew 62 veterans on its Mission 89, including 52 veterans of the Vietnam War. Since 2008, Honor Flight
- [‘It’s living history’: Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight Mission 19](https://www.honorflight.org/its-living-history-buffalo-niagara-honor-flight-mission-19/) - ‘It’s living history’: Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight Mission 19 WIVB.comJordan NorkusWASHINGTON, D.C. (WIVB) — On a cool spring morning, 35 local heroes from the World War II, Korean, Vietnam and Cold War eras set off to the nation’s capital for the trip of a lifetime. Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight takes veterans on all-expenses-paid trips to Washington, D.C. throughout
- [Local heroes return: Asheville welcomes veterans from Blue Ridge Honor Flight to DC](https://www.honorflight.org/local-heroes-return-asheville-welcomes-veterans-from-blue-ridge-honor-flight-to-dc/) - Local heroes return: Asheville welcomes veterans from Blue Ridge Honor Flight to DC ABC13 NewsKimberly King ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — More than 350 people gathered at the Asheville airport in a hangar to welcome home 99 veterans who had flown on the Blue Ridge Honor Flight to Washington, D.C., on the night of April 19. Despite
- [First Honor Flight of 2025 sends 88 veterans to Washington, D.C.](https://www.honorflight.org/first-honor-flight-of-2025-sends-88-veterans-to-washington-d-c/) - Local 12WKRCHEBRON, Ky. (WKRC) – Eighty-eight veterans and their companions flew to Washington, D.C. They took off from the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport in the year’s first Honor Flight. Click here
- [Dozens of Central Florida veterans embark on honor flight to DC](https://www.honorflight.org/elementor-137193/) - Dozens of Central Florida veterans embark on honor flight to DC Wesh 2Paola Tristan Arruda SANFORD, Fla. —Dozens of Central Florida veterans took a special honor flight to Washington, D.C., organized by Villages Honor Flight.“I’m here to enjoy the honor flight and go to Washington, D.C., and look up some of my friends on the
- [Military vets fly from Midway to Washington DC in 1st honor flight of season](https://www.honorflight.org/military-vets-fly-from-midway-to-washington-dc-in-1st-honor-flight-of-season/) - Military vets fly from Midway to Washington DC in 1st honor flight of season ABC 7 ChicagoChristian Piekos CHICAGO (WLS) — The first honor flight of the season took off Wednesday morning at Midway Airport. A group of veterans will embark on a one-day trip to Washington, D.C.This is such a special once in a
- [Here’s how to help Southern Nevada veterans on Honor Flight trip](https://www.honorflight.org/heres-how-to-help-southern-nevada-veterans-on-honor-flight-trip/) - Here’s how to help Southern Nevada veterans on Honor Flight trip FOX 5 KVVU-TVFOX5 StaffLAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – In just a few weeks, Honor Flight Southern Nevada is heading to Washington D.C. to escort 35 residents on a life-changing trip. These veterans will be honored for their service, tour war memorials and pay tribute
- [98-year-old Iowa World War II veteran is D.C. bound on honor flight](https://www.honorflight.org/98-year-old-iowa-world-war-ii-veteran-is-d-c-bound-on-honor-flight/) - 98-year-old Iowa World War II veteran is D.C. bound on honor flight KCCi Des MoinesPepper Purpura DES MOINES, Iowa — An Iowa World War II veteran will make his first visit to the capitol of the nation he once served. 98-year-old Russell Wright is heading to Washington, D.C., on Thursday morning. He’ll join more than
- [Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight seeking women veterans for trip to Washington](https://www.honorflight.org/buffalo-niagara-honor-flight-seeking-women-veterans-for-trip-to-washington/) - Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight seeking women veterans for trip to Washington OLean Times HeraldSavannah BarrBuffalo-Niagara Honor Flight is looking for sponsors for its first all-female mission. In October, 40 women veterans and their female caretakers from Western New York and Bradford will land in Washington, D.C. for a two-day trip. The group will lay a wreath
- [Fundraiser helps Honor Flight reach milestone](https://www.honorflight.org/fundraiser-helps-honor-flight-reach-milestone/) - Fundraiser helps Honor Flight reach milestone KSN 16 McKinzie PaytonJOPLIN, Mo. — A fundraiser for local veterans reaches a major milestone in Joplin this morning. Easterseals Midwest presented a check for nearly $1,900 to three members of the Webb City Elk’s Lodge who are raising money for “Honor Flight of the Ozarks.” Easterseals teaches adults
- [North Star Honor Flight to make inaugural flight in April with 80+ veterans](https://www.honorflight.org/north-star-honor-flight-to-make-inaugural-flight-in-april-with-80-veterans/) - North Star Honor Flight to make inaugural flight in April with 80+ veterans KAALTVAlexander Schmidt(ABC 6 News) – North Star Honor Flight held an orientation day on Sunday for more than 80 veterans and their companions (guardians) participating in the inaugural mission of the North Star Honor Flight Network to Washington D.C. on April 23. The flight
- [Stewartville hosts breakfast to help fund upcoming Honor Flight for area vets](https://www.honorflight.org/stewartville-hosts-breakfast-to-help-fund-upcoming-honor-flight-for-area-vets/) - Stewartville hosts breakfast to help fund upcoming Honor Flight for area vetsABC 6 NewsAlexander Schmidt (ABC 6 News) – Stewartville’s American Legion Post 164’s Auxiliary held its annual egg bake breakfast to great success on Sunday, serving more than 200 people. This year, the event raised more than $2,600 to offset costs related to an
- [Middle Scholler raises funds for Mid-Michigan Honor Flight](https://www.honorflight.org/middle-scholler-raises-funds-for-mid-michigan-honor-flight/) - Middle Schooler raises funds for Mid-Michigan Honor Flight MSNAnna SkogGRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A middle school student is on a mission to raise $120,000 for the Mid-Michigan Honor Flight — a group that sends veterans to our nation’s capitol. That amount would cover an entire flight to Washington D.C. Oakland County 13-year-old Abbie Jones
- [Local trio raising money for Honor Flight of the Ozarks veterans](https://www.honorflight.org/local-trio-raising-money-for-honor-flight-of-the-ozarks-veterans/) - Local trio raising money for Honor Flight of the Ozarks veterans KZRG Lucas Davis Three lifelong friends from the Ozarks are lacing up their boots once again for a grueling challenge, this time with a mission to support local veterans. Jonathan Dawson, David Pyle and Steve Taylor, with the help from Zimmer Marketing, are set
- [SGT. BLUFF AMERICAN LEGION SUPPORTS UPCOMING HONOR FLIGHT](https://www.honorflight.org/sgt-bluff-american-legion-supports-upcoming-honor-flight/) - SGT. BLUFF AMERICAN LEGION SUPPORTS UPCOMING HONOR FLIGHTKSCJWoody Gottburg FUNDRAISING FOR THE UPCOMING “HONOR FLIGHT” OUT OF SIOUX CITY THIS SPRING TO TAKE OVER 80 LOCAL VETERANS TO WASHINGTON D.C. RECEIVED A BOOST FROM THE SGT. BLUFF AMERICAN LEGION POST 662 ON MONDAY. Click here
- [Honor Flight of the Quad Cities announces additional requirements for 2025](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-of-the-quad-cities-announces-additional-requirements-for-2025/) - Honor Flight of the Quad Cities announces additional requirements for 2025 KWQC MOLINE, Ill. (KWQC) – The Honor Flight of the Quad Cities announced additional requirements for 2025. The organization says they have been informed by the TSA that for all future flights, every veteran and their guardian will be required to have a “Real
- [WWII veteran surprised with Honor Flight trip for 100th birthday](https://www.honorflight.org/wwii-veteran-surprised-with-honor-flight-trip-for-100th-birthday/) - WWII veteran surprised with Honor Flight trip for 100th birthday WPRI.comBy Sarah Bawden, Mike MontecalvoBARRINGTON, R.I. (WPRI) — William Barbeau will be celebrating a major milestone this Saint Patrick’s Day. Barbeau, a U.S. Navy veteran who served in World War II, is turning 100 years old. His secret to living a long life is simple.
- [Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois receives $112K check to fund next flight](https://www.honorflight.org/veterans-honor-flight-of-southern-illinois-receives-112k-check-to-fund-next-flight/) - KFVS 12Olivia TockMARION, Ill. (KFVS) – On Saturday, the Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois was presented with a check to fully fund its next flight. According to a release from the organization, Gary Nelson, a McLeansboro, Illinois native and Vietnam veteran, applied to fly with the Veterans Honor Flight in 2018. In February of
- [Meet Austin’s Lew Griffith: 101 years young and still going strong](https://www.honorflight.org/meet-austins-lew-griffith-101-years-young-and-still-going-strong/) - KVUE ABCBob Garcia-Buckalew AUSTIN, Texas — Editor’s Note: KVUE is kicking off a new partnership with Honor Flight Austin. The organization takes military veterans on special trips to Washington D.C. For many of them, it’s the first or *only* time they’re able to visit the memorials honoring those who died in the wars in which they
- [Scouts helps Honor Flight Veterans prepare to soar](https://www.honorflight.org/scouts-helps-honor-flight-veterans-prepare-to-soar/) - Johnston Sun RiseScouts from Scouting America Troop 20 Johnston recently had the honor of meeting with veterans from the Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Honor Flight Hub during one of their pre-flight meetings. This organization is dedicated to honoring veterans by providing them with no-cost trips to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials dedicated to their
- [Show off your classic ride at next month’s Villages Honor Flight Car Show](https://www.honorflight.org/show-off-your-classic-ride-at-next-months-villages-honor-flight-car-show/) - Show off your classic ride at next month’s Villages Honor Flight Car Show Villages-News.comJordyn PenningtonThe second-annual Villages Honor Flight Car Show will be held rain or shine at the Wildwood Community Center, 6500 Powell Rd., on Saturday, March 22. Participants are invited to bring their new or old cars and pickup trucks for the show,
- [Presidential Monuments honor the legacies of America’s leaders](https://www.honorflight.org/presidential-monuments-honor-the-legacies-of-americas-leaders/) - Presidential Monuments honor the legacies of America’s leaders Local News LiveRhyan Henson & Leah Vredenbregt WASHINGTON (Gray DC) – Tributes to our nation’s leaders make up the iconic skyline and character of Washington D.C. The Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials and the Washington Monument are some of the most famous presidential monuments. But lesser-known presidential memorials are also
- [Denise Rouleau](https://www.honorflight.org/denise-rouleau/) - Denise RouleauWashington State Denise Rouleau is a seasoned advertising executive with over 35 years of experience in Seattle’s media sector, including the last decade as a partner at an advertising agency. Since 2013, she has been a dedicated founding Board Member and past co-Director of Puget Sound Honor Flight, a nonprofit organization serving Western Washington
- [Pam Swan](https://www.honorflight.org/pam-swan/) - Pam SwanMid Missouri Pam Swan is the VP of Military Relations and Business Development for Veterans United Home Loans. As the spouse of a retired United States Army Solider, Pam develops training for all Military Relations team members. In addition, she creates certification programs to ensure employees are properly trained on all products and services,
- [SPECIAL CEREMONY WELCOMES FIRST ‘HONOR FLIGHT’ VETERANS BACK TO WASHINGTON](https://www.honorflight.org/special-ceremony-welcomes-first-honor-flight-veterans-back-to-washington/) - SPECIAL CEREMONY WELCOMES FIRST ‘HONOR FLIGHT’ VETERANS BACK TO WASHINGTON ARLINGTON, Va. (August 18, 2021) – The Honor Flight Network resumed travel to Washington, DC today as 112 veterans traveled with Honor Flight’s Chicago hub to see the national memorials built in their honor. The group was comprised of veterans of World War II, the
- [HONOR FLIGHT OFFICIALS PRESS TO RESUME POLICE ESCORTS FOR VETERANS](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-officials-press-to-resume-police-escorts-for-veterans/) - HONOR FLIGHT OFFICIALS PRESS TO RESUME POLICE ESCORTS FOR VETERANS Leo Shane III (03/08/22) -Amid ongoing efforts to bring thousands of aging veterans to visit the nation’s capital in 2022, supporters of the Honor Flight Network are asking administration officials to resume police escorts for memorial visits to ensure the safety of everyone involved.READ more
- [250K Event](https://www.honorflight.org/250k-event/) - 250K Event (DC) On May 3rd, 2022, the Honor Flight Network celebrated our 250,000th veteran to Washington, D.C.! We must continue to sustain this enduring program that will expand to new generations of veterans as we offer one more tour as our way of honoring their service.
- [MIDNIGHT HERO: HONOR FLIGHT CELEBRATES 250,000 VETERANS](https://www.honorflight.org/midnight-hero-honor-flight-celebrates-250000-veterans/) - MIDNIGHT HERO: HONOR FLIGHT CELEBRATES 250,000 VETERANS FOX NEWS – Shannon Bream and Kevin Corke salute Honor Flight and American veterans during the Midnight Hero segment.Fox News Segment Link
- [AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY PARTNERS WITH HONOR FLIGHT NETWORK TO SUPPORT VETERANS’ CAREGIVERS](https://www.honorflight.org/american-legion-auxiliary-partners-with-honor-flight-network-to-support-veterans-caregivers/) - AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY PARTNERS WITH HONOR FLIGHT NETWORK TO SUPPORT VETERANS’ CAREGIVERS ​INDIANAPOLIS (05/26/22) The American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) and Honor Flight Network are proud to announce a partnership that will support essential caregivers of Honor Flight participants.2021-2022 ALA National President Kathy Daudistel has placed focus on uplifting caregivers, especially those of military and veterans.
- [NEWLY RE-OPENED MILITARY WOMEN’S MEMORIAL TO WELCOME MORE THAN 100 WOMEN VETERANS TRAVELING WITH HONOR FLIGHT](https://www.honorflight.org/newly-re-opened-military-womens-memorial-to-welcome-more-than-100-women-veterans-traveling-with-honor-flight/) - NEWLY RE-OPENED MILITARY WOMEN’S MEMORIAL TO WELCOME MORE THAN 100 WOMEN VETERANS TRAVELING WITH HONOR FLIGHT Arlington, Va. (5/27/22) — An all-women Honor Flight trip will tour the newly re-opened Military Women’s Memorial at the gates of Arlington National Cemetery on June 1, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. The 109 women veterans will travel from
- [MICHIGAN TEEN’S FUNDRAISER SPONSORS ENTIRE ‘HONOR FLIGHT’ TRIP FOR VIETNAM VETERANS](https://www.honorflight.org/michigan-teens-fundraiser-sponsors-entire-honor-flight-trip-for-vietnam-veterans/) - MICHIGAN TEEN’S FUNDRAISER SPONSORS ENTIRE ‘HONOR FLIGHT’ TRIP FOR VIETNAM VETERANS Started at 14 years old, her campaign total of over $140,000 will send82 veterans to Washington, D.C. on June 18ARLINGTON, Va. (June 9, 2022) – The first all-Vietnam veteran Honor Flight trip from Michigan will land in Washington, D.C. on June 18 thanks to
- [‘HONOR FLIGHT’ TRIPS HONORING WOMEN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN VETERANS VISIT WASHINGTON](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-trips-honoring-women-and-african-american-veterans-visit-washington/) - ‘HONOR FLIGHT’ TRIPS HONORING WOMEN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN VETERANS VISIT WASHINGTON ARLINGTON, Va. (October 4, 2021) – The Honor Flight Network announced that among the 11 Honor Flight trips arriving in Washington, DC this week, one has been arranged exclusively for women veterans and a second will escort members of the all-African American South Carolina
- [HONOR FLIGHT CELEBRATES FEMALE VETERANS WITH ‘OPERATION HER-STORY’](https://www.honorflight.org/honor-flight-celebrates-female-veterans-with-operation-her-story/) - HONOR FLIGHT CELEBRATES FEMALE VETERANS WITH ‘OPERATION HER-STORY’ WASHINGTON (10/06/21) – Since 2005, the Honor Flight Network has brought veterans of the nation’s wars to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials.But today, for their 98th flight, they did something unique – a mission to bring women veterans to the nation’s capital. Read the full story on
- [MCCONNELL CELEBRATES HONOR FLIGHT AND KENTUCKY VETERANS](https://www.honorflight.org/mcconnell-celebrates-honor-flight-and-kentucky-veterans/) - MCCONNELL CELEBRATES HONOR FLIGHT AND KENTUCKY VETERANS WASHINGTON, D.C. (10/21/21) – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding his visit with Honor Flight Bluegrass:“Yesterday, it was my privilege to welcome a distinguished group of Kentucky veterans from all across the Commonwealth to our nation’s capital…” Read
- [Brian Ziegler](https://www.honorflight.org/brian-ziegler/) - Brian ZieglerWaunakee, WI Brian Ziegler is currently the Controller for Value Added Distributors in WI. Brian has been a CPA and a CMA for over 25 years. He served in the WI Army National Guard for 16 years as UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopter crew chief with over 800 flight hours. He is an Iraqi Freedom Veteran
- [Teresa Purtiman](https://www.honorflight.org/teresa-purtiman/) - Teresa PurtimanLexington, OH Teresa Purtiman is an attorney and owner of the law firm Purtiman Legal Services, LLC, where she concentrates her practice on entertainment law and transportation law. Teresa has a love and respect for the sacrifice of veterans since her family has a long history of serving our nation, from the American Revolution
- [Paula Nelson](https://www.honorflight.org/paula-nelson/) - Paula NelsonHarford, WI Paula Nelson is a Human Resources professional who has worked for a manufacturing company in Southeastern Wisconsin for more than 25 years. She has been volunteering with the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight hub since 2009. Her journey began as a way to honor the memory of her WWII father and to
- [John McCaskill](https://www.honorflight.org/john-mccaskill/) - John McCaskillWashington, D.C. John McCaskill is an educator, historian, lecturer, coach, and inspirational speaker. He is the President and CEO of John W. McCaskill History Alive where he “teaches the principles of leadership and teamwork using history as a vehicle through which to do it.” He has a passion for history and has a Masters’
- [Robert "Bob" Carr, Dr.](https://www.honorflight.org/robert-bob-carr-dr/) - Dr. Robert “Bob” CarrAlexandria, VA Bob Carr is a physician leader and consultant with extensive experience in digital health, healthcare, pharmaceutical and consumer health businesses. Bob is currently the Chief Medical Officer and Board member for Kumanu, a technology company integrating neuroscience and behavioral change models to improve mental well-being and also serves as a member

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- [Home](https://www.honorflight.org/) - Honor Flight is a national organization that transports American Veterans to Washington DC to honor and celebrate them for their service and sacrifices for our freedom.
- [Board of Directors](https://www.honorflight.org/board-of-directors/) - Honor Flight Network Board of Directors
- [Schedule](https://www.honorflight.org/schedule/)
- [Wreath Across America](https://www.honorflight.org/wreath-across-america/) - Honor Flight Network Please help us Remember, Honor, and Teach on December 19, 2026 at 08:00 am by sponsoring a wreath, volunteering, or inviting friends to help. Wreaths Across America Volunteer THE HISTORY WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA Wreaths Across America is a national nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington
- [About Us](https://www.honorflight.org/about-us/) - About Us HONOR FLIGHT NETWORK CELEBRATING OUR VETERANS OUR MISSIONTo celebrate America’s veterans by inviting them to share in a day of honor at our nation’s memorials.OUR VISIONA nation where all of America’s veterans experience the honor, gratitude, and community of support they deserve. Honor Flight Network is a national nonprofit organization comprised of independent
- [Current Corporate Sponsors](https://www.honorflight.org/current-corporate-sponsors/) - Honor Flight is an excellent organization for corporate Veteran sponsorships. Our Veterans deserve our support and your business can benefit from a partnership.
- [Donate](https://www.honorflight.org/donate/) - Donating to Honor Flight At Honor Flight Network, we take gratitude for our Veterans to new heights. For everything they have sacrificed, it’s our distinct privilege and honor to treat them to a true hero’s welcome. Our nation is nothing without their service. Now it’s our turn to show our appreciation.Supported by donations from private
- [Food & Beverage Sponsorship](https://www.honorflight.org/food-and-beverage-sponsorship/) - FOOD AND BEVERAGE SPONSORSHIP The Lone Eagle Honor Flight program will fly more than 350 Veterans from across the United States to participate in an Honor Flight during the 2026 season. Sponsors can fund the food and nutrition for these veterans for a trip or for the entire season.Sponsors of the meal program provide veterans
- [TLC Program Sponsorship](https://www.honorflight.org/tlc-program-sponsorship/) - TLC PROGRAM SPONSORSHIP ​The Honor Flight TLC Program is a high-touch program for critically ill veterans of all service eras who only have one year of life left to live.The program provides the veteran, along with his or her caregiver, the opportunity to enjoy a three-day, all expenses paid trip to Washington, DC to visit
- [Gottaswing Dancers - Fundraiser](https://www.honorflight.org/gottaswing-dancers-fundraiser/) - Gottaswing Dancers - Have a Heart Hop Fundraiser Our mission is one of gratitude.For their service, sacrifice, and selflessness. Join us as we proudly celebrate America’s Veterans with a day of honor in our nation’s capital.About Honor Flight:The Honor Flight Network is comprised of over 130 “hubs” around the country that serve to bring Veterans,
- [Volunteer Check in](https://www.honorflight.org/volunteer-check-in/) - Volunteer Check In
- [Sponsorships](https://www.honorflight.org/sponsorships/) - CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The Honor Flight Network couldn’t do what we do without the continuing support of our sponsors and donors. If you represent a company looking to partner with Honor Flight to honor our veterans who sacrificed so much to ensure our freedom, please contact Marion Watkins by email. WHEELCHAIR BUS SPONSORSHIPS TLC PROGRAM
- [Contact us](https://www.honorflight.org/contact-us/) - Contact Us Address 1405 South Fern St. #702 Arlington, VA 22202 Phone 937-521-2400 E-Mail info@honorflight.org Web www.honorflight.org Are you looking to find a hub near you? Click here How can we help you today? Contact Us Name * First Last * Last Email * Please type your email twice for accuracy. Confirm Email * Subject
- [Latest News](https://www.honorflight.org/in-the-news/) - Latest News PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes Sponsors Honor Flight for Puerto Rico’s Veteran Community PR Newswire TYSONS, Va., April 6, 2026 – The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes is proud to announce its sponsorship of an Honor Flight traveling from Puerto Rico to honor the service of the island’s veteran community. Veterans Read More » April 6, 2026 No Comments April 21 is Honor Flight Day in
- [Community Partner Donations](https://www.honorflight.org/community-partner-donations/) - Community Partner Donations Community partners allow the Honor Flight Network to fulfill its mission to celebrate America’s veterans by inviting them to share in a day of honor at our Nation’s memorials.​Please use the links below to help send Veterans on an Honor Flight. To donate your Rapid Rewards Points to Honor Flight, simply log
- [Bus Sponsorships](https://www.honorflight.org/bus-sponsorships/) - Corporate Sponsorships can honor our American Veterans by sponsoring highly visible bus transportation in DC. Show your commitment to our veterans
- [Donate Frequent Flyer Miles](https://www.honorflight.org/donate-frequent-flyer-miles/) - Donating Frequent Flyer Miles We are enormously grateful to our outstanding airline partners for generously supporting the Honor Flight mission, one Veteran at a time. Their unwavering partnership helps Honor Flight Network soar to new heights.If you would like to donate your frequent flyer miles to Honor Flight Network, please refer to the associated links
- [Southwest HFN Promotion](https://www.honorflight.org/southwest-hfn-promotion/) - Southwest & Honor Flight Partner Up for Rapid Rewards Southwest Airlines offers a Rapid Rewards promotion for the Honor Flight Network supporters! Southwest will donate your Rapids Rewards points to the Honor Flight Network when you make an online donation to the Honor Flight Network. You must include your Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards account number
- [Dovenmuehle Mortgage Memorial Day Campaign](https://www.honorflight.org/dovenmuehle-mortgage-memorial-day-campaign/) - Memorial Day is a day of remembrance of those who have died in service to our country. With the successful outcome of participating in the Honor Flight Fundraiser last year, we have decided to team up and contribute our appreciation again.An Honor Flight is conducted by transporting as many United States military veterans as possible
- [VBA Software Donation Campaign](https://www.honorflight.org/vba-software-donation-campaign/) - The Honor Flight Network is a national nonprofit organization that flies veterans to Washington DC in order to remember friends and comrades lost, share their stories, and see the memorials. VBA is proud to play a part in helping veterans have that experience. Honor Flight Network currently honors those who served during World War II,
- [Hub by County](https://www.honorflight.org/hub-by-county/)
- [How to Apply](https://www.honorflight.org/how-to-apply/) - How to Apply Each Honor Flight Hub has it’s own sign up application process. Please use this tool below to guide you to the correct hub near you.
- [Find A Hub by Hub Name](https://www.honorflight.org/find-a-hub-by-hub-name/) - Find Your Hub By Hub Name This table is updated in real time a from our internal hub reporting system. Information may update as hubs have leadership changes.
- [Hubs Listed A-Z](https://www.honorflight.org/hubs-listed-a-z/)
- [Poppy Donation Thank You](https://www.honorflight.org/poppy-donation-thank-you/) - Thank You For Your Poppy Donation Thank you for your donation to the American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Funds campaign. This is a partnership between Honor Flight, Inc. and the American Legion Auxiliary.Your donations will be transferred to the American Legion Auxiliary for use in their Poppy Fund program.For more information, please visit their website: American
- [General Donations](https://www.honorflight.org/general-donations/) - Donate to Honor Flight We just want to take a moment to say Thank You! Your willingness to make a donation to support our veterans means so much. We appreciate you taking the time today to make this generous gift to Honor Flight!
- [Donation Thank You](https://www.honorflight.org/donation-thank-you/) - Thank You For Your Donation Thank you for your donation to Honor Flight, Inc. We truly appreciate it! Your support will enable veterans to visit and reflect at the memorials dedicated to honoring their service and sacrifice – all at no cost to the veteran. We also appreciate your patience as we are using a temporary
- [Maintenance Page](https://www.honorflight.org/maintenance-page/) - Our website is being tweaked We are sprucing up our website to improve your experience. Meanwhile, follow us on Social Media. We won't be offline long!
- [Planned Giving](https://www.honorflight.org/planned-giving/) - Planned Giving Honor Flight recommends consulting with an attorney, financial planner, or other licensed professional when considering or making changes to your planned giving arrangements. The information below does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. WHAT IS PLANNED GIVING? Planned Giving is providing for a gift to a charitable organization as part of your
- [Financials & Program Statistics](https://www.honorflight.org/financials-program-statistics/) - Honor Flight Financials & Program Statistics Tax Free Donations All donations to our national, nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization are tax deductible. Contributors should consult their tax advisor concerning the financial benefits of making such a donation. If you would like to make a donation by mail or online please click the Donate to Honor Flight button
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