Midway American Patriot Award Gala 2025

Thursday, August 28, 2025

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

American Patriot Award Gala

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.

Proceeds support transformative STEM programs that spark curiosity, build character, and empower the next generation – from immersive student field trips and overnight learning experiences to educator training and leadership development.

Celebrate under the stars, support a vital cause, and be part of an evening that changes lives.

Click here to see the Gala history & honoree videos.

Tables & Tickets

For information on purchasing tables and tickets, contact:

Robin Bolin
Donor Engagement Manager
(619) 398-8280

rbolin@midway.org

2025 Gala Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Admiral Sponsor


Captain Sponsors

Commander Sponsors

Lieutenant Sponsors

Ensign Sponsors


For details on sponsorship and underwriting opportunities:

Steve Miller, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Membership Development
(619) 398-8237

smiller@midway.org

Sponsorship Opportunities

Event Proceeds

Our objective is to make sure every child in San Diego County has a chance to Live the Adventure and Honor the Legend!

Gala proceeds benefit our exceptional elementary through post-graduate programs, including our “No Child Left Ashore” scholarship fund, Leadership Academy focusing on future generations’ character development skills; Midway Institute for Teachers professional development seminars; STEM curricula; and overnight youth learning opportunities for students aboard Midway.

Your financial support helps ensure that current and future generations understand the history and importance of our country's freedom.

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.

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