Midway American Patriot Award Gala 2026
Thursday, September 4
USS Midway Museum – Flight Deck
2025 Gala Invitation & Highlight Video
Honorees
Honorary Chairs
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.
On August 28, join us to celebrate under the stars, support a vital cause, and be part of an evening that changes lives.
Tables & Tickets
To purchase tables and tickets, contact:
Liz Ramsey
Capital Campaign Coordinator
(619) 398-8250
lramsey@midway.org
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Guest Registration:
Submit via the form below or email
Gala at gala@midway.org
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Guest Registration Form
2025 Gala Sponsors
For sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Steve Miller
Director of Strategic Partnerships
(619) 398-8237
smiller@midway.org
Presenting Sponsors
Admiral Sponsors
Captain Sponsors
Commander Sponsors
Lieutenant Sponsors
Ensign Sponsors
Support Our Education Programs
Unable to attend? Donate today to our vital education programs and help provide every child access to exclusive, interactive learning opportunities, both virtually and aboard Midway.
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.
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