January Events

Get Involved: Sponsored by the Woody Williams Foundation, this year’s 67th AutoZone Liberty Bowl will continue the Bowl’s patriotic mission by paying tribute to Gold Star Families.

Observe: Each January across the nation, we pause to reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a great humanitarian and visionary leader whose courage was instrumental in bringing freedom and liberty to all Americans. Dr. King understood, as every Veteran understands, that freedom is never free. Generations of Service members have stood against injustice, tyranny and oppression and have broken the bonds of slavery around the world. Even though Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., never served in the American armed forces, the Department of Defense joins the nation in honoring the life and legacy of King by making the holiday a day of community service – “A Day On, Not A Day Off.”

Get Involved: The Tunnel to Towers Foundation Clearwater 5K Run and Walk is an annual event honoring our military and first responder heroes. Born after 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation raises funds to build smart homes for catastrophically wounded veterans and first responders. We also pay off mortgages for Gold Star Families and families of fallen first responders. Additionally we are eradicating veteran homelessness by providing permanent housing and social services for our homeless heroes. Join us for a sentimental yet fun event. Our first responders and military race wearing their full gear! Such a fine sight to see!

Get Involved: The Honor Ride is a local cycling event that is open to the public with the goal of raising funds for Project Hero. Funds are used to allow veterans and first responders to ride for free at Honor Rides, support them on a Challenge Ride (six day therapeutic bike ride) and/or help them get a bike, learn how to ride to be able to join in at a Honor Ride or Challenge Ride. Project Hero’s overall goal is to help decrease the suicide rate amongst veterans and first responders. Cycling has proven to help decrease PTS related attacks, reduce the amount of prescription drug use and reduce pain and physical discomfort. Join our Raymond James riding team by registering here | Volunteer by clicking here | Make a general donation here.