Kelly M: Fundamental Needs

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation works to support the children of military men and women who have selflessly made the ultimate sacrifice, their life. An average college students’ fundamental needs include living quarters, books, a laptop and mode of transportation to and from class. 

Month of the Military Child

Fallen Patriots celebrates the bravery of Gold Star children during Month of the Military Child. Gold Star children have had to endure immeasurable sacrifice, losing a parent. 

Emily McClimans: Emotional Support

Gold Star scholar, Emily McClimans’, dad died in active duty. To her, Gold Star children are different than any other children.

The Annual Red, White, & Blue Gala

The second annual Red, White & Blue Gala was a remarkable success, raising over $250,000 for Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation. 

Future History Maker: Elicia C.

Future History Maker: Elicia C.

Elicia Carter’s mom, Felicia Carter, served in the U.S Army. She passed away, leaving her daughter with only the memory of her to keep striving forward.

Send a virtual hug to the Youngblood family

Send a virtual hug to the Youngblood family

Laura Youngblood knows all too well the true meaning of sacrifice. Both Laura and her husband, Travis, served in the military as combat medics where they met. It was love at first sight and they got married a month later.

Katie O: Hug a GI Day

Katie O’Hare’s father, Raymond O’Hare, died while in test pilot school when a T-38 Talon training jet crashed. She was very young the day he passed, but she will never forget the day.

Send a virtual hug to the M. family

Kaanan Mackey’s husband Matt was serving in the Iowa National Guard when he sacrificed his life in order to save others. 

Celebrating Women's History Month

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation honors all women who have served our great nation. 

Hug a GI Day: Celebrating our fallen soldiers with virtual hugs

Hug a GI Day: Celebrating our fallen soldiers with virtual hugs

Since 1996, American citizens have identified March 4th as Hug a GI Day to honor and appreciate the services of the members in US military. In honor of Hug a GI Day, Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation, is collecting “virtual hugs” in the form of donations.

Thank you Vineyard Vines for your loyal support

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation is moved to by the generous support of our partner Vineyard Vines. On February 15th, Vineyard Vines donated 10% of every purchase to Fallen Patriots, to ensure a future college education for Gold Star children. 

Clairissa Herrera: Hug a GI Day

Clairissa Herrera’s dad, Rocky Herrera, was killed by a suicide bomber in Afghanistan. Clairissa believes his sacrifice means that she gets to live another day in a free country, receive a great education and lead a successful life.

Fallen Patriots honors the "Hug Lady"

Fallen Patriots honors the "Hug Lady"

Elizabeth Laird, known as the “Hug Lady,” gave out more than 500,000 hugs before she died at the age of 83 after a long battle with breast cancer.  

Remembering the past: a tribute to Haitian soldiers

On October 9, 1779, a force of more than 500 Haitian gens de couleur libre (free men of color) joined American colonists and French troops in an unsuccessful push to drive the British from Savannah.

Selfless Acts: Peter Witt

Soldiers learn values of selfless service in detail during Basic Combat Training (BCT), from then on they live them every day in everything they do — whether they’re on the job or off. 

Vineyard Vines is giving back to Fallen Patriots

Vineyard Vines is giving back to Fallen Patriots

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation is moved to have the generous support of our partner Vineyard Vines who is dedicated to help us fulfill our mission.  On Monday, February 15th, Vineyard Vines will donate 10% of every purchase to Fallen Patriots.