20 years ago, in June of 2003, I made my first-large scale USO tour to Iraq in support of our nation’s service members.
On the day we departed from Washington DC aboard a Northwest Airlines 747, I had no idea the impact it would have on my life. This trip, where I was fortunate to visit with troops stationed at Camp Udari, Camp Doha, Camp Sayliyah, and in and around Baghdad, was the first of over 100 USO tours overseas and across the country that I would make in the coming years. It was a landmark moment in my journey from self to service, playing a pivotal role in the creation of the Gary Sinise Foundation.
20 years later, I am truly a Grateful American.
My Friends,
I can’t believe it. You are absolutely incredible.
We surpassed our goal before our 12th Anniversary Day of Giving even began.
Together, we’ve raised over $300,000. With the triple match from the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation, our total is over $900,000, that will go to support our nation’s heroes and their families.
To see your amazing efforts, visit the link in my bio.
I’m overwhelmed with emotions right now.
We’ve spent the past twelve years together improving the lives of those who sacrifice for our safety and security. We serve them. We celebrate them. We honor them.
I can’t thank you enough. Remember, you help make every home, hug, and handshake possible.
I’m a Grateful American.
God bless you.
My Friends!
I have exciting news to share with you. In celebration of our 12th Anniversary Day of Giving, Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation has generously offered a $300,000 TRIPLE MATCH. I am so honored by their belief in our mission.
Bob Hope set the standard high for fifty years by always showing up for America’s service members. His commitment lifted their spirits with his incredible talent, bringing endless joy and laughter to all those who serve.
Over the years, his legacy and service have been carried on by his amazing daughter Linda and the foundation he and his wife Dolores created. My heartfelt thanks goes out to them for their support.
With your help, the Gary Sinise Foundation has the opportunity to raise $900,000 to support our programs impacting the lives of our heroes in need and the families who sacrifice right alongside them.
The past twelve years have been some of the most meaningful years of my life. I’ve seen firsthand the impact we’ve made together. I’ve been able to count on your kindness, your generosity, and your support every step of the way. And for that, I am truly a Grateful American.
I can’t wait to share more with you in the coming week. Stay tuned!
Your pal,
Gary
If you feel inspired to donate early to support our nation’s heroes, please visit the link in my bio🙏🏼🇺🇸
Sioux Falls, South Dakota area and all…Gary Sinise Foundation is sponsoring the amazing play Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret at South Dakota Military Heritage Alliance on July 28 and 29. Written by Afghanistan special forces veteran retired LT Colonel Scott Mann and performed by a veteran and military family member cast, this powerful play features an important set piece specially decorated with memories of our Gold Star family members fallen heroes. I encourage you to get your tickets for Last Out here via the link in my bio.
My Friends, we have done it!
Not only did we reach our goal, we (you) ABSOLUTELY CRUSHED it.
You poured your love into our 12th Anniversary and it has been so beautiful to watch. Throughout this campaign, I could feel you all celebrating with me. You have lifted us all up at the Gary Sinise Foundation.
Together, we raised over $700,000. And with the triple match from the incredible Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation, our combined total is over $1.7 MILLION DOLLARS.
You did that.
Over the years, your trust and faith has allowed us to help more and more of our defenders and their families. Today we begin the 13th year of the Gary Sinise Foundation. With your help, in the year ahead and beyond, I am certain that we will continue to lifts the spirits of those we serve and to bring much needed support where it is needed and deserved.
I am proud and grateful.
God bless.
Your pal,
Gary
My long time pal Dennis Quaid has a brand new very personal record that just came out. Check it out folks!
Yesterday, July 3, 2023, a great show at Great Lakes Naval Base for over 5000 of our newest recruits🙏🏼🇺🇸
Yesterday, July 3, 2023, a great show at Great Lakes Naval Base for over 5000 of our newest recruits🙏🏼🇺🇸
Yesterday, July 3, 2023, a great show at Great Lakes Naval Base for over 5000 of our newest recruits🙏🏼🇺🇸
Yesterday, July 3, 2023, a great show at Great Lakes Naval Base for over 5000 of our newest recruits🙏🏼🇺🇸
Yesterday, July 3, 2023, a great show at Great Lakes Naval Base for over 5000 of our newest recruits🙏🏼🇺🇸
Great concert last night at FT Drum for 10th Mountain Division. At Coast Guard Academy today for concert tonight.
Honored to meet with members of the Highland Park Police and Fire Departments before our Gary Sinise Foundation Concert for Highland Park on July 4. The band rocked and it was so nice to see folks enjoying themselves on what was a difficult one year anniversary for my hometown. #highlandparkstrong
Honored to meet with members of the Highland Park Police and Fire Departments before our Gary Sinise Foundation Concert for Highland Park on July 4. The band rocked and it was so nice to see folks enjoying themselves on what was a difficult one year anniversary for my hometown. #highlandparkstrong
Honored to meet with members of the Highland Park Police and Fire Departments before our Gary Sinise Foundation Concert for Highland Park on July 4. The band rocked and it was so nice to see folks enjoying themselves on what was a difficult one year anniversary for my hometown. #highlandparkstrong
Honored to meet with members of the Highland Park Police and Fire Departments before our Gary Sinise Foundation Concert for Highland Park on July 4. The band rocked and it was so nice to see folks enjoying themselves on what was a difficult one year anniversary for my hometown. #highlandparkstrong
Honored to meet with members of the Highland Park Police and Fire Departments before our Gary Sinise Foundation Concert for Highland Park on July 4. The band rocked and it was so nice to see folks enjoying themselves on what was a difficult one year anniversary for my hometown. #highlandparkstrong
Hey Folks, August 7 is National Purple Heart Day. In my latest column for AARP’s Veteran Report newsletter, I share about meeting wounded hero and quadruple amputee, Staff Sgt. Travis Mills. Travis is an incredible inspiration and it’s my honor to share his story as a way to honor the brave men and women who have been wounded in service to our country. #linkinbio
I’m excited to share that I am officially a columnist for the AARP Veteran Report newsletter. With the 12th anniversary of the Gary Sinise Foundation tomorrow, there’s no better time to celebrate our nation’s defenders. Read my latest column, out today.
#STORY LINK in BIO
Dear devoted supporters and Friends of Gary Sinise Foundation!
Thanks to so many of you who support us in our mission to serve our defenders. It is always heartening to see how your support manifests into real positive healing and joy for those we serve. I’m sending a reminder that we’ve expanded our support to the Families of Fallen First Responders and we ask you to join us in spreading the word if there are families in need within your own communities. Help us remind them we do not forget their sacrifices!
Please share the link in my bio with the families of fallen first responders so they can register for support🙏🏼
Dear devoted supporters and Friends of Gary Sinise Foundation!
Thanks to so many of you who support us in our mission to serve our defenders. It is always heartening to see how your support manifests into real positive healing and joy for those we serve. I’m sending a reminder that we’ve expanded our support to the Families of Fallen First Responders and we ask you to join us in spreading the word if there are families in need within your own communities. Help us remind them we do not forget their sacrifices!
Please share the link in my bio with the families of fallen first responders so they can register for support🙏🏼
Dear devoted supporters and Friends of Gary Sinise Foundation!
Thanks to so many of you who support us in our mission to serve our defenders. It is always heartening to see how your support manifests into real positive healing and joy for those we serve. I’m sending a reminder that we’ve expanded our support to the Families of Fallen First Responders and we ask you to join us in spreading the word if there are families in need within your own communities. Help us remind them we do not forget their sacrifices!
Please share the link in my bio with the families of fallen first responders so they can register for support🙏🏼
Hey friends, if you’re in the Phoenix area, come check out our @garysinisefoundation presentation of @lastoutplay this Friday and Saturday. You won’t want to miss this! Tickets are free for all our defenders and the families of our fallen heroes.
Today’s the day, folks!
And I have MORE incredible news.
The Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation were so inspired by your enthusiasm and love for our mission, they extended their TRIPLE MATCH to $500,000.
I am stunned.
This means we could actually raise $1.5 MILLION DOLLARS in celebration of our 12th Anniversary Day of Giving. Just incredible. If you would like to have your donation triple matched, please go to the link in my bio.
The past twelve years have been some of the most meaningful years of my life. I’ve seen firsthand the sacrifices our defenders make every day. Our severely wounded veterans struggling at home, all those suffering the invisible wounds of war, every first responder who rushes into danger, and the families of fallen heroes grieving their loved ones who never returned—we never forget them.
You’ve joined me on this mission every step of the way. Your kindness, your generosity, and your support has never faltered. And for that, I am a Grateful American.
To everyone who’s already donated, I cannot thank you enough. Your gift allows us to continue our life-changing outreach.
Your pal,
Gary
