We honor:

• Active-duty military and veterans from any branch of service

• First responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs

• Front-line workers and community heroes

• Military families who supported their heroes, recognizing their strength and sacrifice

Each honoree receives the exclusive Gratitude Eagle Medallion package, which includes:

• A sequentially numbered medal in patriotic Red, White, and Blue

• A matching challenge coin to carry daily

• A framed certificate of appreciation(Optional) Invitation to a public recognition ceremony

We offer several ways to recognize heroes, each for a $75 donation:

Front-line Hero: Gratitude Eagle Package

Honors a Community Hero with a special Front-line Hero Gratitude package.

Veteran's Angel: Gratitude Eagle Package

Pays tribute to a veteran or a hero’s journey, recognizing their commitment and sacrifice.

Community Hero: Gratitude Eagle Package

Celebrates any Community Hero making a difference—whether in healthcare, education, or local service.

Family Hero: Gratitude Eagle Package

Recognizes military families who supported their heroes, honoring their strength and sacrifices.

Protect & Serve: Gratitude Eagle Package

A tribute specifically for law enforcement, firefighters, and other first responders.

No—honorees never pay to be recognized. Gratitude Eagle Packages cannot be purchased by the honoree themselves. However, friends, family members, or donors are welcome to sponsor or purchase a package on behalf of the honoree. This ensures that every hero can be honored without bearing the financial responsibility.

Yes! Donations can be made securely through our Donation Page. Your support helps cover medallions, certificates, ceremonies, and outreach, ensuring we can honor more heroes across the nation.

We offer both. Ceremonies can be arranged privately (family/friends only) or publicly at community events, based on the honoree’s wishes.

Yes. We proudly honor heroes who have passed away, presenting the medallion and certificate to their loved ones as a lasting tribute.

We love welcoming new volunteers! Opportunities include helping at ceremonies, outreach, event planning, and sharing our mission. Visit our Volunteer Page to learn more and sign up.

Our headquarters is in Tampa, Florida, but we serve heroes nationwide.

Yes. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

We’d love to hear from you!

Reach us through our Contact Page

or email us at [email protected]

or call us at: (202) 241-HERO (4376).

The Hall of Heroes celebrates individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary service, sacrifice, or dedication to their community or country. Inductees are selected from among honored heroes who have shown outstanding commitment, bravery, or impact, ensuring their stories are permanently preserved and recognized.

A Hero Package includes physical items mailed to the honoree (medallion, challenge coin, framed certificate), and may include an in-person or live ceremony.

A Virtual Hero Package offers digital recognition only—such as an emailed certificate and inclusion in an online tribute—ideal for honorees in remote locations or when physical delivery isn’t possible.