The Flags of Valor Blog
Recognizing Gold Star Mothers: A Tribute to Lisa Anderson
The Gold Star symbolizes a unique and poignant sacrifice: the loss of a child who served in the military. Every third Sunday in September, America commemorates Gold Star Mother’s Day...
Honoring the Legacy of 9/11: A Message from Flags of Valor
Dear Family & Friends, As a college student on that fateful day 22 years ago, I vividly remember the shock and disbelief that washed over me as I watched the...
Inspiring STEAM Education: Partnering with Kuma Foundation for a Flag Build Event
Earlier this month, a heartwarming event unfolded at our Winchester, VA shop, as Flags of Valor proudly united with the Kuma Foundation for an immersive flag build experience. This unique occasion took...
The 2023 Valor Open Raises $175,000 for Travis Manion Foundation
The 2023 Valor Open, hosted by Flags of Valor, took center stage at the esteemed Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville, Virgina. The event, held on Monday, June 12,...
Hosting a Meaningful Virtual Flag Building Camp for Children Battling Cancer
Join Lauren Wilburn, Flags of Valor's Director of Business Development, as she shares her firsthand experience hosting a virtual flag building camp for children battling cancer in partnership with Special Love. Discover the joy, inspiration, and lasting impact of this incredible event.
The Journey to Combat Flags
But this phone call was different. It was during this call when Brian first floated the idea of bringing Combat Flags back to life, but this time under the wing of Flags of Valor. It was (and still is) an astounding thought... I thought Combat Flags was gone, and here was an incredible opportunity to see it come back to life with a team around it to help it thrive.
Unveiling the History of Memorial Day
Honoring the Fallen: Origins of Memorial Day Memorial Day, known as a time of remembrance and gratitude, holds a rich history that stretches back to the aftermath of the American...
Serving one’s country is a family effort.
Celebrating Military Spouse Appreciation Day 2023 In honor and celebration of Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we sat down with Allison Ashinhurst, Flags of Valor Customer Service Manager, about her time,...
Supporting Fallen Officers: How COPS Makes a Difference
C.O.P.S. was formed after our founder, Suzie Sawyer, was part of her husband’s department’s auxiliary. The Prince George’s (MD) County lost two officers in the basement of their precinct as they were fingerprinting a young teen. The lack of support for the surviving families was evident and Suzie went to work to put something in place.
Small moments become your greatest treasures
I was an active duty Marine Corps spouse for 8 of the 14 years my husband served in the United States Marine Corps. During those 8 years, our family was stationed at two different bases - 8th and I Marine Barracks Washington, DC, and Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CA. What I experienced as a spouse during those years were pivotal in shaping the “whole person” I am today.
Create lasting memories through memorable experiences
One of the best ways to spend quality time with your kids is by doing projects together. Projects can be anything from building an American Flag to crafting a birdhouse or making homemade pizza. The possibilities are endless, and the only limit is your imagination. The key is to choose something that you and your kids will enjoy doing together.
At the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo with Camp Hope
Our unwavering mission to give veterans an opportunity to thrive in life after service by way of meaningful employment was on full display at the show through our partnership with Camp Hope and the PTSD Foundation of America.
