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This month, America recognizes Gold Star Families and TAPS offers resources available in suicide prevention or those seeking help from suicide.

Event Photos: Fundraiser with world-class entertainment featuring Frank Meyers, Anthony Smith, Wynn Varble, Brice Long, Jimmy Nichols.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving men honor their loved ones and connect with other men who understand in West Creek Ranch, Emigrant, Montana. .

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and online in fellowship in San Antonio, Texas.

TAPS Young Adults connect with peers and professionals to help guide and inspire them as they continue building their adult lives and careers.

Event Photos: TAPS Young Adults attended a 4-day, 3-night professional development conference hosted at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

You are part of a network we call the TAPS family, and it's more than a label. At TAPS events, there are opportunities to be truly who you are.

Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and online in fellowship in Denver, Colorado.

Event Photos: TAPS families participated 4th of July Celebration at the White House in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: Fundraiser with world-class entertainment by Pam Tillis, Frank Myers, Jamie O'Neal, David Ernest Malloy, Jimmy Nichols, and Ed Montana.

Event Photos: TAPS young adults gain real-world life skills to help transition into adulthood in Denver, Colorado.

Event Photos: Survivors share time in the great outdoors with fellow survivors fly fishing in Marietta, Georgia.

Event Photos: Military survivors set sail together from Orlando in fellowship on a cruise to the Bahamas.

June is PTSD Awareness Month and at TAPS, we recognize the importance of having open lines of communication on such difficult topics.

Event Photos: TAPS Surviving Military Men attended the Survivor Experience with Robert Irvine in Las Vegas, Nevada

Event Photos: TAPS fundraiser held in Paramus, New Jersey by hosts Tom and Sharon Chisholm

Event Photos: Team TAPS participated June 4 and 5 at the Armed Forces Cycling Classic to raise money and awareness for TAPS.

Event Photos, May 27 - 30, 2022

More than 1200 military survivors, volunteers and staff gathered together for hope and healing in Arlington, Virginia over Memorial Day Weekend.

For all of us in the TAPS family, every day is our Memorial Day. As military survivors we are our loved ones living legacies.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Boone, North Carolina.

When one military family member serves, the entire family serves... and sacrifices. We honor you.

U.S. Army 2nd Lieutenant Clifford Valentino Gadsden's family announced the Atlanta Falcons 2nd Round Draft Pick at the 2022 NFL Draft in Las Vegas.

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

This year's award was presented to Matt Daud, Surviving father of Corporal Christopher Daud, United States Marine Corps.

This year's award was presented to Technical Sergeant Clynton Trewyn, United States Air Force.

Event Photos: TAPS hosted a Congressional Luncheon at the Army Navy Club in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS young adults gain real-world life skills to help transition into adulthood in Charleston, South Carolina.

Event Photos: First Lady of Virginia Suzanne Youngkin toured TAPS headquarters in Arlington, Virginia

At our Family Camps we provide care, support, and a lot of fun to help improve communication and family dynamics.

Event Photos: TAPS fundraiser at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas to honor the legacy of our courageous heroes and in tribute to the Windy25 flight.

TAPS is America's family, and during this Month of the Military Child, we honor our youngest grievers – the children of our nation's fallen heroes.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Charleston, South Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS young adults gain real-world life skills to help transition into adulthood in Boston, Massachusetts.

Event Photos: TAPS Survivors move beyond your comfort zone with the support of others who understand in Anchorage, Alaska.

Our hearts remain with all those being impacted around the world. Connect with TAPS as you process these current events while still caring for yourself.

Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Jacksonville, Florida.

Event Photos: TAPS fundraiser held in Jupiter, Florida by hosts Tom and Sharon Chisholm

Check out what events are happening in February to to help us reinforce our relationship and remain connected with our special person in healthy ways.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Sedona, Arizona.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NFL Pro Bowl Experience in Las Vega, Nevada

Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

As fellow survivors, your TAPS family continually lifts one another up with support and encouragement. Discover the ways to join your TAPS Family in 2022.

TAPS is a family, and this holiday season, when there is so much emphasis on families coming together, we can take comfort in knowing we are not alone in our grief.

TAPS Youth share how TAPS has helped them heal and honor their loved one's legacy through relationships formed with Legacy and Military Mentors.

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

Event Photos: TAPS hosted a reception at the headquarters for special guests attending the TAPS Honor Guard Gala.

Families of the fallen share why their loved ones served in the military. TAPS helps survivors heal in their grief journey.

At the Gala, we remember the love of our fallen heroes, celebrate their lives and share the stories of the journey we have with our TAPS family.

TAPS was founded 27 years ago! In commemoration, we share 27 ways in which TAPS provides help, hope, and healing to the families of America's fallen heroes.

November is a month to share gratitude, that may feel hard to do when we are grieving. At TAPS, we are grateful to count you as part of our family.

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Dallas, Texas.

Fall is a time to reflect on how we can practice awareness, understanding, and acknowledgment of the emotions that come with loss and change.

Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Columbus, Ohio.

Event Photos: TAPS joins Senator Warnock & Senator Hyde-Smith to Introduce Gold Star Families Remembrance Week Resolution on Capitol Hill.

Event Photos and Story of 2021 Colorado Celebrity Classic by Pam Cress

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving men enjoy wilderness to refocus, honor our loved ones, and connect with other men who understand in West Creek Ranch.

Our nation has seen extreme acts of courage and service within civilian and military communities. We join in the outpouring of support.

Event Photos: Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Jacksonville, Florida.

TAPS is grateful to the Senate and House co-sponsors who supported the resolution introducing 'Gold Star Children's Day.’

TAPS is here to celebrate, honor and support all of our nation's military surviving children - the living legacies of American service and sacrifice.

Event Photos: Adult and Youth Survivors come together both in-person and virtually in fellowship in Los Angeles, California.

Event Photos: TAPS Survivors move beyond your comfort zone with the support of others who understand in Eagle Creek, Alaska.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the at USA Basketball Women's National Team v Australia held in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Women's National Basketball Association All-Star Team v USA Basketball Women's National Team in Las Vegas.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Major League Baseball All-Star Game held in Denver, Colorado.

TAPS surviving families learn to grieve as a family with new tools for the path ahead in Knoxville, Maryland.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Salute to Service Baseball game held in Washington, D.C.

This 4th of July holiday, we remember the statement located on the wall at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. "Freedom is Not Free."

At TAPS it's our mission to care for the loved ones of America's Fallen Heroes and we are fortunate to have the support of leaders within the military community.

Event Photos: Team TAPS participated June 5 and 6 at the Armed Forces Cycling Classic to raise money and awareness for TAPS.

Check out our highlight reels from the 27th Annual National Military Survivor Seminar over Memorial Day Weekend.

"Winter, spring, summer or fall All you have to do is call. And I'll be there, yes I will. You've got a friend" - Carole King

Event Photos, May 28 - 31, 2021

This Memorial Day TAPS families remember those they love and those they honor.

Event Photos: TAPS survivors paddle by canoe through the Mark Twain National Forest of the southern Midwest.

The lives of those who we love and remember and honor are carved into our soul, imprinted on our hearts and woven into the fabric of our nation.

Event Photos: Survivors come together in person and virtually in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

TAPS events provide support, hope and well being to survivors of all ages. Learn more about our upcoming seminar, virtual events and outdoor expedition.

Event Photos: 2021 TAPS Togethers

The TAPS Family is diverse and beautiful. And while we each began our journeys in different ways; our paths have converged at this loving place called TAPS.

Event Photos: Survivors come together in person and virtually in Dallas Texas.

The TAPS Family is built on love. It is our foundation, our inspiration, our strength. Let us reflect on love - in all its forms.

Event Photos: Volunteers assemble resource kits for TAPS Survivors at TAPS Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.

This has been an incredibly difficult year, but it is a year that has also given us gifts. We recognized that we are a family and we are stronger together.

As we move into the holiday season and approach the end of this difficult year, always remember you have your TAPS Family to lean on.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving families learn to grieve as a family with new tools for the path ahead in St. Louis on November 13 to 15, 2020.

Event Photos: TAPS Families virtually attended the New England Patriots Salute to Service held in Foxborough.

Event Photos: TAPS Families virtually attended the Atlanta Falcons Salute to Service held in Atlanta.

Event Photos: TAPS Families virtually attended the Indianapolis Colts Salute to Service held in Indianapolis.

Event Photos: TAPS Families virtually attended the Los Angeles Chargers Salute to Service held in Los Angeles.

Event Photos: Survivors share photos on social media as they participated in the virtual outdoors event in October.

This November, we are thankful to continue to connect and gather, to love and support each other, despite the pandemic.

Event Photos: TAPS Families virtually attended the Philadelphia Eagles Salute to Service Practice in Philadelphia.

Missed a session? Watch recorded sessions of the 2020 Virtual Military Suicide Survivor Seminar and Family Program held in October.

TAPS strong partnership with the Veterans' Affairs helps to ensure that veterans and their families receive the care and support they need.

For 20 years, Team TAPS has honored our heroes and raised awareness of the TAPS mission. Join in the FUN-raising and make a difference.

Love, Hope, Family. Three simple words that mean so much. We are forever a family, brought together by grief and forever strong through pride, hope, and love.

A unanimous Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs vote to pass a Landmark Toxic Exposure Bill is the result of TAPS leadership on the issue.

Missed a session? Watch recorded sessions of the 2020 Virtual Military Survivor Seminar and Family Program held in September.

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

We are here for you, offering hope and love. At TAPS, you have so many opportunities to connect, learn, share and grow. We are family.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving youth participate virtually as a family in a work at your own pace summer camp from July 5 to August 28, 2020.

Missed a session? Watch recorded sessions of the 2020 Virtual Military Survivor Seminar and Family Program held in August.

Summer is often filled with activity and as a family we have had a full summer connecting virtually at seminars, family camp, chats and retreats.

Missed a session? Watch recorded sessions of the 2020 Virtual Military Survivor Seminar and Family Program held in July.

Missed a session? Watch recorded sessions of the 2020 Virtual Military Survivor Seminar and Family Program held in June.

Missed a session? Watch Memorial Day weekend recorded sessions of the 2020 Virtual National Military Survivor Seminar and Family Program.

Created for the 2020 Virtual National Military Survivor Seminar, these leading experts in self-care share methods of healing for body, mind, and soul.

View our tribute to all those who have served, for all those whose names now reside in stone - you are forever in our hearts and we remember you.

At TAPS, we have witnessed over and over the healing power of connecting to the Earth and all of its wonder as part of our journeys of grief.

TAPS Legacy and Military mentors change the lives of hundreds of surviving military children each year by providing one-to-one care and companionship.

Young military survivors have a safe space at TAPS, where they can explore their grief and embrace healing, camaraderie, mentorship, and laughter.

Event Photos: TAPS Survivors learn to trust their guides, their gear, their team and their-selves backpacking at Point Reyes National Seashore.

Several members of the TAPS Family were key to the efforts that ultimately axed the Widow's Tax.

Event Photos: TAPS Survivors move beyond your comfort zone with the support of others who understand in Anchorage, Alaska.

Event Photos: TAPS Survivors share a truly fearless journey climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa on February 21 to March 3, 2020.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Miranda Lambert Meet & Greet in Denver, Colorado.

Event Photos: TAPS women take steps toward transforming their life in Savannah, Georgia .

Event Photos: TAPS fundraiser held in Jupiter, Florida by hosts Tom and Sharon Chisholm

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the SEAL Team Premiere in Los Angeles, California.

Event Photos: Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Dallas Texas.

Event Photos: Military families from TAPS received the opportunity to hear songs from the upcoming album entitled, Love Lives On for the first time ever.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the New Jersey Devils Squad 21 Game in Newark, New Jersey.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving families learn to grieve as a family with new tools for the path ahead in Waialua.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NBA All Star Weekend held in Chicago.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Capitals Game in LiUNA Suite in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other Members of Congress attend a reception to celebrate the elimination of the Widows Tax.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NFL Pro Bowl Military Weekend in Orlando, Florida.

Event Photos: Survivors set sail together in fellowship on a cruise to the Caribbean.

Event Photos: 2019 TAPS Togethers

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Atlanta Falcons Salute to Service Weekend in Atlanta, Georgia.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the New England Patriots Salute to Service Weekend in Foxborough, Massachusetts .

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Boone, North Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NBA Store Activation in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Detroit Lions Salute to Service Weekend in Detroit, Michigan.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Los Angeles Rams Salute to Service Weekend in Los Angeles, California.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Houston Texans Salute to Service Cookout and Concert in Houston, Texas.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the San Francisco 49ers Salute to Service Weekend in San Francisco, California.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Memphis Grizzlies Hoops for Troops in Memphis, Tennessee.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the New York Jets Football game in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Brooklyn Nets Hoops for Troops Practice in Brooklyn, New York.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Cleveland Cavaliers Hoops for Troops in Cleveland, Ohio.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Los Angeles Chargers Salute to Service Weekend in Los Angeles, California

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the World Series parade in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Sedona, Arizona.

Event Photos, Team TAPS participate in the Marine Corps Marathon

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the National Womens Soccer League Championship in Cary, North Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the World Series, Game 3 in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington International Horse Show in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Charleston, South Carolina.

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Phoenix, Arizona

Event Photos, Team TAPS participate in the Army Ten Miler

Event Photos: TAPS survivors hike Joshua Tree National Park in Palm Springs, California.

Event Photos: TAPS remembers our fallen heroes together with our United Kingdom families who have lost a military loved one.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Guidehouse Baseball Game in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: Fundraiser with world-class entertainment by Nashville Songwriters Andy Griggs, Frank Myers, Brett Jones, and Jimmy Nichols.

Event Photos: TAPS families attend a Texas AM University Experience in College Station, Texas

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Jacksonville, Florida.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving men honor their loved ones and connect with other men who understand in West Yellowstone, Montana.

Event Photos: TAPS families attend a North Carolina Courage game in Cary North Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women explored both internal landscapes and the great outdoors in Lansing, West Virginia.

Event Photos: Lancour family attend the Army vs. Michigan game in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Event Photos: Young Adults engaged in 6 days and 5 nights of growth, healing, peer mentorship and professional guidance.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Salute to Service Baseball Game in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: Way family attend the Washington Redskins Honors for Jordon Way .

Event Photos: TAPS survivors trek ancient trails in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Game with Matt Wieters .

Event Photos: Military survivors set sail together in fellowship on a cruise to Cape Liberty, New Jersey to Halifax, and Nova Scotia.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the USA Basketball Game in Anaheim, California

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the USA Basketball Practice in Los Angeles, California

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the The Northern Trust with the PGA and CBS Sports in Jersey City, New Jersey

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the USA Basketball Practice and Game in Las Vegas, Nevada

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Cleveland, Ohio.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Baltimore Orioles Sunday Suite Program in Baltimore, Maryland.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Atlanta Falcons Military Appreciation Training Camp in Atlanta, Georgia

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Atlanta United Military Appreciation Game in Atlanta, Georiga.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the New England Patriots Training Camp in Foxborough, Massachusetts

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Detroit Lions Training Camp in Dearborn, Michigan

Event Photos: TAPS military survivors enjoy tranquil beaches, catch glimpses of marine animals and birds while kayaking Washington's Coast.

Event Photos: Surviving military children ages 11 to 14 participated in the Pathfinder Program at U.S. Space and Rocket Center.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Pinebrook Retreat Center.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Washington Nationals Salute to Service Baseball Game in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving children meet with experts in the areas of higher education in Washington D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Detroit Lions Inspiring Change Partner Training Camp in Dearborn, Michigan.

Event Photos: Robert Irvine Foundation partners with TAPS to give TAPS survivors a VIP experience in the City of Lights.

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in City of Industry, California.

Event Photos: Young Adults engaged in 6 days and 5 nights of growth, healing, peer mentorship and professional guidance.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Major League Baseball All-Star Clinic with TAPS Kids.

Event Photos: Surviving military children ages 6 to 17 build resiliency and companionship in Julian, California.

Event Photos: TAPS families attended the Kansas City Royals baseball game

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Boone, North Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS Military Survivors attended NBA Draft in Brooklyn, New York

Event Photos: TAPS Family attended Washington Nationals Salute to Service baseball game in Washington D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving teens go on a sea kayaking adventure and build lasting relationships with their peers.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving men honor their loved ones and connect with other men who understand in Yosemite Valley, California.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended Chicago Bears Practice.

Event Photos: TAPS survivors, staff, and volunteers joined a rally at the U.S. Capitol this week focused on suicide prevention on the Steps of Capitol Hill.

Event Photos: Young Adults engaged in 6 days and 5 nights of growth, healing, peer mentorship and professional guidance.

Event Photos: Team TAPS participate in a race weekend of fun for the whole family, including Kids races, and a cycling expo.

Event Photos: TAPS families attended the Detroit Lions Football Practice in Allen Park, Michigan

Event Photos: TAPS families attended the Houston Astros baseball game in Houston on Memorial Day

Share in the love sent to our TAPS Families this Memorial Day weekend.

Event Photos, May 23-27, 2019

Event Photos: Actress Toni Trucks visits TAPS Headquarters

Families never forget and neither do we. Show our military families that they are not alone.

Event Photos: TAPS Military Survivors attended NFL Draft in Nashville, Tennessee

Event Photos: TAPS surviving men honor their loved ones and connect with other men who understand in Houston, Texas.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Sedona, Arizona.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving siblings come together in a challenging adventure in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Event Photos: Graduates of TAPS Youth Programs traveled to New York City for a four-day intensive professional development program.

Bereaved military families gathered at TAPS Southern Regional Seminar and Good Grief Camp March 15-17 at Fort Hood.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Brooklyn Nets Ref Game in Brooklyn, New York

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

TAPS military survivors paddle South Carolina’s unique ecosystems along the Barrier Islands in South Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended Military Appreciation Night in San Antonio, Texas.

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship at Fort Hood, Texas.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Orlando Magic Basketball Game in Orlando, Florida on March 14, 2019.

Event Photos: Adult Survivors participate in rigorous adventure climb at Mount Kilimanjaro.

Event Photos: TAPS Family attended University of Kentucky basketball game in Lexington, Kentucky.

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

This TAPS video premiered at the 2019 TAPS Honor Guard Gala honoring 25 years of caring for the families of America's fallen heroes.

Event Photos: TAPS luncheon held at the Army Navy Club in Washington, D.C.

Highlight Video of the 2019 TAPS Honor Guard Gala, held on March 6 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the SheBelieves Cup in Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and Florida

Event Photos: TAPS fundraiser held in Jupiter, Florida by hosts Tom and Sharon Chisholm

Event Photos: TAPS survivors walk 8.1 miles together at the Great Aloha Run.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended NASCAR Trucks with Spencer Boyd in Atlanta, Georgia

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NBA All-Star Military Weekend in Charlotte, North Carolina

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Phantom of the Opera in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Event Photos: TAPS surviving mothers explore Austin, create new bonds and celebrate their fallen heroes.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the Capitals Military Appreciation Game in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: Medal of Honor recipient Hershel Williams visit at TAPS Headquarters

TAPS surviving military families share their incredible moments at the 2019 NFL Pro Bowl weekend held in Orlando Florida on January 24 to 28.

TAPS teams up with the NFL and Flags of Valor to give surviving military families attending the 2019 NFL Pro Bowl a special surprise.

Event Photos: TAPS Families attended the NFL Pro Bowl Military Weekend in Orlando, Florida.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women create a plan for healing and growth in Sedona, Arizona.

Event Photos: Military survivors create new bonds and celebrate their fallen hero in Jacksonville.

Event Photos: TAPS International visit military survivors in the Ukraine.

Event Photos: Survivors set sail together in fellowship on a cruise to the Caribbean.

Event Photos: TAPS families participate in the Snowball Express in Orlando, Florida.

Today we remember and honor the 2,335 military personnel killed at Pearl Harbor and other military installations on Oahu.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Chicago Bulls Game in Chicago, Illinois.

Event Photos: TAPS families attended the Louisiana State University Men’s Basketball Game in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Event Photos: TAPS participate in fundraiser event. On display was TAPS collection of handmade Lapis Lazuli jewelry.

Support TAPS. Let families grieving the death of a military loved one know they are not alone and not forgotten.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Detroit Lions Salute to Service.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Atlanta Falcons Salute to Service in Atlanta, Georgia.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Denver Broncos Salute to Service

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the San Francisco 49ers Salute to Service

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Oakland Raiders Salute to Service in Oakland, California.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Golden State Warriors NBA Refs Game.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Los Angeles Rams Salute to Service in Los Angeles, California.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Chargers Salute to Service Military Practice in Los Angeles, California.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Philadelphia 76ers Military Appreciation Game in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Carolina Panthers Salute to Service Weekend in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the Patriots Salute to Service Military Event in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Event Photos, Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship at New Brunswick, New Jersey

Event Photos, Team TAPS participate in the Marine Corps Marathon, 10K, and Kids Run

Event Photos: TAPS families attended the National Football League United Kingdom Experience.

Event Photos: TAPS women take steps toward transforming their life in Charleston, South Carolina.

Event Photos: teams4taps attended the international adaptive multi-sport event, created by Prince Harry, in Sydney, Australia.

Event Photos: Innisbrook Golf and Spa Resort, Palm Harbor, Florida

Event Photos, Team TAPS participate in the Army Ten Miler

Event Photos, Surviving parents focus on hope and healing in beautiful Oahu, Hawaii.

Event Photos: TAPS families attended the San Francisco Giants Baseball Game in San Francisco, California.

Event Photos: TAPS survivors hike the Grand Canyon from the North Rim to the Colorado River.

Event Photos: TAPS male survivors fish and trail ride together in West Yellowstone, Montana.

Event Photos, September 7-9, 2018

Event Photos: Young survivors and guardians participate in camp activities together in Bandera, Texas.

Event Photos: Surviving adults participate in high adventure together near Lansing, West Virginia.

Event Photos: TAPS survivors trek ancient trails in the Andes Mountains of Peru August 24 - September 2, 2018.

Event Photos: Surviving teens hike the Appalachian Trail together near Baltimore, Maryland.

Event Photos: Survivors set sail together in fellowship on a cruise to the Caribbean.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend New England Patriots training camp.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Atlanta Falcons training camp.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Detroit Lions training camp.

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Event Photos: Young survivors and guardians participate in camp activities together in Bolivar, Tennessee.

Event Photos, July 27-29, 2018

Event Photos: TAPS survivors kayak the high-altitude lakes of Yellowstone National Park July 26-29, 2018.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving spouses and significant others participate in outdoor activities at Dana Point, California.

Event Photos: Young survivors participate in challenging outdoor activities together in Southern California

Event Photos: Military survivors attend GEICO All-Star FanFest in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS women take steps toward transforming their life in Boone, North Carolina.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving children meet with experts in the areas of higher education in Washington D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS young adult survivors work on Habitat for Humanity project and enjoy outdoor adventures together.

Event Photos: Survivors attend Washington Nationals Salute to Service event.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend an outdoor adventure in West Yellowstone, Montana.

Event Photos: Survivors attend New York Yankees Field of Dreams event.

Event Photos: Survivors attend Los Angeles Dodgers baseball game.

Event Photos, June 29-July 1, 2018

Event Photos: National Basketball Association draft.

Event Photos: TAPS proudly joins with the Broadway musical Bandstand as it prepares for its nationwide film release.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Minnesota Twins baseball games.

Event Photos: TAPS young adult survivors gain radical perspective white water rafting together.

Event Photos: TAPS teen survivors bond together in a variety of challenging outdoor activities at Lake Tahoe.

Event Photos by Dave Gill Photography of 2018 Colorado Celebrity Classic

Event Photos and Story of 2018 Colorado Celebrity Classic by Lisa Perry

Event Photos: TAPS surviving adult children explore Austin together June 6-10, 2018.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Kansas City baseball game.

Event Photos, May 24-28, 2018

Video of the Memorial Day 2018 TAPS Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Detroit Lions practice.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Detroit Tigers and Mario Impemba's Salute to Those Who Have Served event.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Washington Nationals in Game Salute.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend breakfast with Vice President Mike Pence and Karen Pence in Vail, Colorado.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend NASCAR Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend NASCAR Salutes at Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend NASCAR Xfinity Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Philadelphia Union soccer practice and game.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving spouses and significant others explore Chicago together May 2-6, 2018.

Event Photos: Survivors attend Washington Nationals Salute to Service event.

Event Photos: 2018 TAPS Togethers

Event Photos: 2018 Care Groups

Event Photos: TAPS surviving women focus on the needs of minds, bodies and spirits at an empowerment retreat April 22-27, 2018.

Event Photos: TAPS supporters raise money April 20 at Dancing with Friends Dance Studio in Churchville, Maryland.

Event Photos: As part of the Yuengling's Lagers for Heroes Campaign this May, TAPS staff take a tour of the Brewery.

Event Photos: Gold Star children participated in a variety of life-enhancing activities in New York City.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Washington Nationals Anthem Buddies event on April 12.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving men join together in Daytona.

Event Photos: Survivors attend Philadelphia 76ers Basketball Game.

Event Photos: Survivors attend OKC Thunder Basketball in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Event Photos: Survivors attend NASCAR event at Texas Motor Speedway.

Event Photos: Survivors attend Grunt Style Racing event at Texas Motor Speedway.

Event Photos: TAPS survivors gain radical perspective kayaking together April 5-8, 2018.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving parents explore Nashville together April 4-8, 2018.

Event Photos: New Jersey Devils salute those who served in Squad21 in Newark, New Jersey.

Event Photos: Survivors attend OKC Thunder Basketball in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Event Photos: TAPS International visit military survivors in the Ukraine in March.

Event Photos: Military survivors attend Minnesota Timberwolves vs Washington Wizards game.

Today over 75,000 surviving family members are part of the TAPS family. 16 new survivors come to TAPS daily for compassionate care.

Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

TAPS honors our fallen heroes by caring for their living legacies providing resources, compassion and comfort to heal the hearts of all who are grieving.

TAPS provides comfort and care 24/7 to all those grieving the death of a military loved one, with services available at no cost to surviving families and loved ones.

Event Photos: TAPS presented its 2018 Mentor of the Year Award to Army Captain John Rhoten on March 6 at the Army and Navy Club in Washington.

Highlight Video of the 2018 TAPS Honor Guard Gala, held on March 6 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing launched March 5, 2018, providing workshops, seminars, panel discussions for the bereaved.

Event Photos: TAPS surviving spouses and significant others participate in challenging adventure in Alaska.

Event Photos: Survivors attend Brooklyn Nets Practice.

Event Photos: Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship at Fort Hood, Texas

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Event Photos: Survivors attend NBA All-Star Weekend event.

Event Photos: Launch Party for the 2018 Courage Capitals Campaign with the Washington Capitals, February 10 in Arlington, Virginia.

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Falcons Andre Roberts awarded for exceptional efforts as a member of the NFL community to honor and support members of the military community.

Pittsburgh Steelers Tackle, Alejandro Villanueva joined surviving families of the fallen from TAPS this morning at a special Pro Bowl breakfast.

Event Photos: Surviving military kids and their families come to together at the NFL Pro Bowl in Orlando, Florida.

Event Photos: New Jersey Devils salute those who served in Squad21 in Newark, New Jersey.

Event Photos: Survivors come together in fellowship on a cruise to Mexico.

Event Photos: TAPS participates in wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery and across the country.

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Event Photos: TAPS survivors gather in San Diego.

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Event Photos: TAPS women survivors build connections together in Normandy France and London England.

TAPS families come together to recognize to honor and remember their fallen hero during the NFL Salute to Service.

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Event Photos: TAPS parent survivors fly in hot air balloons together in New Mexico!

Event Photos: TAPS remembers our fallen heroes together with our United Kingdom families who have lost a military loved one.

Event Photos: TAPS women survivors participate in TAPS Empowerment program in North Carolina

Event Photos: Team TAPS participates in the 2017 Marine Corps Marathon.

Event Photos: TAPS teens build resiliency, friendships and community at the TAPS Teen Adventure at Outward Bound.

When someone dies in the military, TAPS is there to care for everyone who is grieving, forever, with resources and support.

Event Photos: Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort, Phoenix, Arizona

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Event Photos: 2017 TAPS Togethers

Event Photos: Widow survivors learn a new skill in rowing and experience the power of working together.

Event Photos: TAPS survivors participate in an Inner Warrior Wellness Weekend in Baltimore, Maryland

Event Photos: TAPS men survivors foster brotherhood together in Yellowstone National Park.

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Event Photos: Adult Survivors participate in rigorous adventure climb at Mount Shasta.

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Event Photos: TAPS parent survivors swim with whale sharks at the Georgia Aquarium!

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Event Photos: TAPS survivors focus on their health and wellness together in San Diego

Event Photos: Adult Survivors trek the ancient city of Machu Picchu

Event Photos: TAPS women survivors build connections with other survivors in Washington.

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Event Photos: TAPS survivors focus on their health and wellness together in St. Louis

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Event Photos: Adult Survivors kayak the San Juan Islands.

Event Photos: TAPS women survivors connect with other survivors in Milwaukee

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Event Photos: Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Austin, Texas.

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Event Photos: TAPS widow survivors participate challenging adventure in Germany

Event Photos: TAPS children participate in TAPS Good Grief Campout in Southern California

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Event Photos: Adult Survivors raft the rapids in the Dinosaur National Monument, Utah.

Event Photos: Got Your 6 led 6/6 Day of Service Project helping beautify the grounds of the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C

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Event Photos: Military Appreciation Event with Vice President Pence, Mrs. Pence and Ivanka Trump

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Event Photos: TAPS widow survivors bond together on beautiful South Carolina beaches and participate in a variety of activities.

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Everyone in the TAPS family has heard a 21 gun salute. They have all been handed a folded flag.

Survivors learn to keep alive the memories of their loved ones by sharing stories of loss and hope. They become living legacies who honor their fallen heroes.

Event Photos: TAPS parent survivors bond together in Philadelphia.

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Event Photos: TAPS supporters join together in supporting the families of our fallen military members.

The 2017 TAPS Honor Guard Gala, held on April 12 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

Event Photos: Adult Survivors backpack the south rim of the Grand Canyon.

Event Photos: Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Colorado.

Event Photos: Adult Survivors go kayaking on the sea in South Carolina.

Event Photos: Team TAPS joins the Bataan Memorial Death March at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, on March 19.

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Event Photos: Adult and Youth Survivors come together in fellowship in Chicago.

Event Photos: Surviving moms gather with fellow surviving moms in the beauty and serenity of Bainbridge Island.

The TAPS Good Grief Camp Military Mentor program is one of the most meaningful volunteer opportunities we offer at TAPS.

Event Photos: TAPS widow survivors participate challenging adventure in Alaska

Event Photos: TAPS young adult survivors bond together in Florida.

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Event Photos: TAPS women survivors participate explore ways to move forward within their new normal in Arizona.

Event Photos: Tom and Sharon Chisholm host fundraiser for TAPS.

Event Photos: Adult Survivors participate in rigorous adventure climb at Mount Kilimanjaro.

Event Photos: TAPS sibling survivors participate challenging adventure at Lake Tahoe

Women in America and in Afghanistan grieving the death of their loved ones build a bridge between these two worlds through this bracelet project.

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Event Photos: TAPS survivors participate in the 2017 Presidential Inaugural Parade

Greg Olsen and the Carolina Panthers honor TAPS Survivors.

This webinar provides tools for navigating the holidays after the loss of a loved one.

Event Photos, TAPS Families join Atlanta Falcons for Practice and Game Day

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This 30-second public service announcement (PSA) serves to raise awareness about suicide and prevention.

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USA Basketball continued their partnership with the U.S. Military this summer as they teamed up with TAPS.

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The 2016 Senator Ted Stevens Leadership Award was presented to surviving daughter Taylor Dudley at the TAPS Honor Guard Gala on March 6.

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Surviving son Jacob Centeno shares his journey and TAPS experience.

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The 2016 TAPS Honor Guard Gala, held on April 6 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

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Marine General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr. chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, delivered remarks at the TAPS Honor Guard Gala in Washington, D.C.

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Our Peer Mentor network is a circle of comfort, hope and understanding; at its core is survivors helping survivors heal through one-to-one connections.

(TAPS) is the national organization providing compassionate care for the families of America's fallen military heroes

The TAPS peer mentoring program connects surviving families of our fallen troops with each other for companionship and support.

This 30-second public service announcement (PSA) informs viewers about the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)

TAPS is the national organization providing compassionate care for the families of America's fallen military heroes