Last year I attended and volunteered with Project Gratitude in Las Vegas - WHAT A WEEKEND! I met some of the more wonderful women and children, formed friendships that will last a lifetime and my passion for helping families of our fallen multiplied! I am grateful for the opportunity to volunteer with Got Your Back and the events we have done. This year - lets kick it up a notch!!
Las Vegas, NV October 18, 2011 – Twenty-five bereaved widows and daughters of fallen military members will be attending the Miss America Finals on January 14 with The Got Your Back Network courtesy of an initiative called Project Gratitude. This will be the Third Annual Project Gratitude Event.
The ladies will travel from around the country courtesy of American Airlines to take part in pageant festivities at Planet Hollywood and a number of special events planned specifically for the families.
The event was the idea of Sharlene Hawkes, ‘Remember My Service’ president and a former Miss America. With the assistance of Darci Hansen, Founder/Editor-In-Chief of Elan Woman magazine, the friends created ‘Project Gratitude.’
“This is all about remembering the great service and ultimately, the great sacrifice that so many families make to preserve our way of life, and defend our liberties. Giving these women a royal weekend is the very least we can do for America’s greatest treasures and I am so thrilled that we are continuing this tradition.” said Hawkes.
The Project Gratitude organizers reached out to Got Your Back Network knowing our military survivors would benefit from a weekend of bonding and sharing a healthy, fun experience. The Got Your Back Network was founded in January 2009 by former Bachelor star and Dr. Andy Baldwin, a Lieutenant Commander in the Navy. Executive Director of Got Your Back Network, Kathleen Gagg will spearhead this year’s event.
The Got Your Back Network is currently seeking donations for a special gift bag given to each mother and daughter upon their arrival in Las Vegas. Please contact Shana@GotYourBackNetwork.org with donations.
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