Midway American Patriot Award Gala 2025

Thursday, August 28

USS Midway Museum – Flight Deck
Black-Tie Event

2025 Honorees

Donnie Edwards

Former San Diego Charger
Founder of Best Defense Foundation

Craig Stammen

Former San Diego Padre
United Heroes League Board Member

View This year's Gala Honorees

An Evening of Impact – Onboard an Icon

Join us for an unforgettable black-tie Gala held on the flight deck of the USS Midway, featuring live entertainment, a powerful mission, and honorees whose lifetime of accomplishments epitomize the true meaning of patriotism, personal sacrifice, and selfless service to the country.

Previous honorees include Gary Sinise and the Gary Sinise Foundation, John McCain, Bob and Elizabeth Dole, Lee Iacocca, Medal of Honor recipients from WWII, surviving heroes of the Battle of Midway, Bob Hope, pioneering NASA astronauts, Vietnam War Naval Aviator POWs, and others.

Click here to see the Gala history & honoree videos.

Event proceeds support transformative STEM curricula and leadership programs that spark curiosity, build character, and empower the next generation – including our “No Child Left Ashore” scholarship fund, Leadership Academy focusing on future generations’ character development skills; Midway Institute for Teachers professional development seminars; and overnight learning experiences to educator training and leadership development.

On August 28, join us to celebrate under the stars, support a vital cause, and be part of an evening that changes lives.

Support Our Education Programs

Unable to attend? Join us in providing every child access to exclusive, interactive learning opportunities both virtually and aboard Midway by supporting our vital education programs.

Donate Today

For details on sponsorship and underwriting opportunities:

Steve Miller
Director of Strategic Partnerships
(619) 398-8237
smiller@midway.org

For details on sponsorship and underwriting opportunities:

Robin Bolin
Donor Engagement Manager
(619) 398-8280
rbolin@midway.org

Sponsorship Opportunities

Tables & Tickets

To purchase tables and tickets, contact:

Robin Bolin
Donor Engagement Manager
(619) 398-8280
rbolin@midway.org


2025 Gala Sponsors

For sponsorship opportunities, contact:

Steve Miller
Director of Strategic Partnerships
(619) 398-8237
smiller@midway.org

Presenting Sponsors

Admiral Sponsor

Captain Sponsors

Commander Sponsors

Lieutenant Sponsors

Bank of America Logo
Southwest Airlines Logo

Ensign Sponsors


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