News & Newsletters
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She’s been with us from Mission One.
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In NewsRead More: She’s been with us from Mission One.For every trip to Washington since we started in 2012, Teresa Lockwood has put the “Flight” into Honor Flight Syracuse. See why we honored her at the Mission 21 Welcome Home ceremony.
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We need your bottles and cans!
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In NewsRead More: We need your bottles and cans!We depend entirely on private donations to fly our veterans to Washington. One of the great ways YOU can be part of Honor Flight Syracuse is to save your returnables and bring them to Destiny USA on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 from 9 am to 5 pm either day. Each bottle or…
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Congratulations Steve Nee!
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In NewsRead More: Congratulations Steve Nee!Honor Flight Syracuse’s volunteer coordinator Steve Nee is receiving his own special honor. The Central NY Business Journal has named Steve the “Volunteer of the Year” for non-profits! He’s being recognized for his years of service to Advocates, established 30 years ago by parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization serves more…
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Clear Path CEO: “Willing to be vulnerable” is where healing can begin
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In NewsRead More: Clear Path CEO: “Willing to be vulnerable” is where healing can beginRyan Woodruff served two tours of duty in Iraq with the Marines. In his first deployment, 14 members of his unit didn’t make it home. Ryan’s service as an infantry rifleman left him with a host of unresolved issues. Seven years after he left the Marine Corps, he discovered Clear Path for Veterans, both as…
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The Missions Matter and so do YOU!
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In NewsRead More: The Missions Matter and so do YOU!Our Fall newsletter takes you on Mission 21, shares the gratitude of 3 veterans who made that trip, and introduces a new way to make sure EVERY veteran has the chance to have the recognition they’ve so richly earned. Everything we do depends on our all-volunteer “workforce” and the generous donations from people like YOU. Honor…
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Why your gifts of time and treasure to Honor Flight matter so much: Read what our veterans and their families say
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In NewsRead More: Why your gifts of time and treasure to Honor Flight matter so much: Read what our veterans and their families sayFrom Dan Ferens: “…I received an unexpected mailing from Honor Flight…that beautiful commemorative book…Being on Honor Flight 21 was one of the best experiences in my lifetime, so this is a wonderful keepsake. I have given speeches about my experiences to my Toastmasters Club and a Rotary breakfast and urged veterans to sign up for…
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Honor Flight Newsletter (Winter 2025)
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In NewsletterRead More: Honor Flight Newsletter (Winter 2025)Memories and Mission go hand-in-hand Honor Flight Syracuse creates lasting memories for our veterans and their families. And we couldn’t dream of doing it without your generous support. Please take a few minutes to read, watch and listen to the stories that YOU make possible as donors and volunteers. THANK YOU! Delaney Brothers make Honor…
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“No one honors our heroes like Honor Flight Syracuse!”
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In NewsRead More: “No one honors our heroes like Honor Flight Syracuse!”Emmy-award winning anchor/reporter Ryan Dean covered his second HFS Mission, Mission 21, in September.
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Veterans say “thank you” for the experience, for the memories
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In NewsRead More: Veterans say “thank you” for the experience, for the memoriesAs a Veteran on the recently completed Honor Flight Mission 21, I do not have the words to properly express my gratitude for such an awesome experience! The outpouring of love and support from the very start to the outstanding Welcome Home Ceremony was just breathtaking! Like everyone, I had seen some TV coverage of…
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“Honor Everywhere” seeks to include every veteran
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In NewsRead More: “Honor Everywhere” seeks to include every veteranFor veterans who are unable to physically travel on a mission, or who prefer not to fly, we offer several other ways of honoring their service through our Honor Everywhere program. This program provides the veteran with an experience similar to traveling on a mission to Washington, DC, either in the confines of their home or through…
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HFS Board Member GreenPope named Veterans parade Grand Marshal
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In NewsRead More: HFS Board Member GreenPope named Veterans parade Grand MarshalHFS Board of Directors member Diane GreenPope has been named Grand Marshal of the 2024 CNY Veterans Parade on November 9 at noon at the State Fairgrounds! Diane served 20 years in the Army as a nurse and Civil Affairs Officer, and was deployed to various locations in the US and around the world. For…
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HFS Co-Founder shares leadership values with Syracuse Post-Standard
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In NewsRead More: HFS Co-Founder shares leadership values with Syracuse Post-StandardJohn Paddock, Rear Admiral (ret.), knows a thing or two about leadership. His Navy career and civilian life are a clear demonstration of what it takes to be a leader. A co-founder of Honor Flight Syracuse, Paddock sat down with Marie Morelli of Syracuse.com and the Post-Standard for the latest in her series of interviews…
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Salute our Veterans with Song on November 10th!
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In NewsRead More: Salute our Veterans with Song on November 10th!Come to St. Charles Church on Orchard Road in Westvale Sunday, November 10th at 2:30pm. The DeSantis Orchestra will offer a concert of patriotic and inspiring music to honor our veterans. It’s free and open to everyone. Donations will be gratefully accepted and gifted to Honor Flight Syracuse! Thank you Maria DeSantis!
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Flags of Our Heroes ceremony set for November 24th
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In NewsRead More: Flags of Our Heroes ceremony set for November 24thOn Sunday, November 24th at 1:00 pm, join us at the Onondaga County War Memorial as we honor 47 deceased veterans who never had the chance to take the Honor Flight to Washington. The solemn ceremony will salute their service and allow us to thank their families and loved ones. Join us in person or…
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AmeriCU stands with Honor Flight Syracuse
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In NewsRead More: AmeriCU stands with Honor Flight SyracuseEach veteran who takes the Honor Flight receives a hardcover book of pictures from their Mission to Washington. It’s a keepsake that they and their families always treasure. Earlier this year, AmeriCU made a donation of $2,500 to underwrite the Mission 20 photo book. HFS VP of Operations Rob Schoeneck paid a visit to AmeriCU’s…
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Honor Flight Newsletter (Summer 2024)
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In NewsletterRead More: Honor Flight Newsletter (Summer 2024)THE HONOR FLIGHT EXPERIENCE On the ground in Washington DC and back home at Hancock Airport, Mission day is unlike any other for our veterans. Watch their stories in our Summer newsletter and you’ll know for certain why your support of Honor Flight Syracuse means so much. “I see all these guys that didn’t come…
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Frank W. Glasso – Flags of Our Heroes
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In NewsRead More: Frank W. Glasso – Flags of Our HeroesLt. Frank W. Glasso passed away at the age of 54 in 1973. His daughter Glenda Alvarez sent us this picture so her dad could be honored as part of the “Flags of Our Heroes” program after Mission 19. “I truly wish that my Dad had lived long enough to be a part of the…
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John Henderson – Memorable Day with Dad
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In NewsRead More: John Henderson – Memorable Day with Dad“His most memorable day with his dad” Korean War veteran John Henderson flew Mission 10 with son Dana by his side as guardian. John passed away this summer at the age of 94. Read how the Honor Flight touched John, Dana and their whole family in this moving letter from Debbie Henderson. “I wanted to tell you…
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Elks – Run or Walk
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In NewsRead More: Elks – Run or WalkRun or Walk with the Liverpool Elks on September 20-th and help Honor Flight Syracuse. Elks run and walk to benefit Honor Flight Elks Run/walk Sponsored by the Liverpool Elks Lodge #2348Benefits Honor Flight Syracuse Date: Friday September 20th – 6:00 PMLocation: 3730 Cold Springs Rd, Baldwinsville, NY 13027Registration – https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Baldwinsville/RunningwiththeElks