Contributions for 2022

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

Surviving son shares his complicated experience grieving for his father as a young teen while at the same time discovering his own identity.

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

Home Base and TAPS offer specialized trauma treatment combined with peer-based support to those grieving the loss of a military loved one to suicide.

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

Video discussion to explore Darcie Sims's four grief styles and explore practical ideas for supporting each of the different styles.

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

Here’s how you can best use your time to give yourself as much attention as you give others while you are grieving.

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

We are grateful to the American Veterans Center and the National Memorial Day Parade for including military surviving families in this special event.

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

Video discussion on active and passive healing and how taking a step toward peer mentoring can support growth during the grief journey.

Scientific evidence suggests a link between therapeutic writing and the successful management of traumatic experiences. Read tips to get started.

In this wilderness of your grief, the touchstones are your trail markers. They are the signs that let you know you are on the right path.

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

His precious family, our nation, and our TAPS family will dearly miss TAPS Honorary Board member, the Honorable Robert J. Dole.

If you are a surviving military child or sibling ages 18 - 30 and looking for an understanding and supportive community, join TAPS Young Adults.

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.

In light of challenging times, we are even more thankful for the in-person and virtual opportunities that our partners helped provide for our TAPS families.

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.

Surviving mother shares how attending TAPS Expeditions, Retreats and teams4taps events has helped her on the journey to healing.

We are a family of military survivors ready to embrace and connect all who grieve the death of a military loved one with resources, services and programs.

A conversation between TAPS Founder and President Bonnie Carroll and Robin Gargano held during the Finding the Beauty within Tragedy Summit.

Get parenting tips to help your grieving child problem solve, strengthen their sense of security, and provide moral support and encouragement.

Video discussion on tools and techniques to express yourself via written words while providing an opportunity to heal, grow, and feel empowered.

Children and teens have had their world turned inside out during the coronavirus pandemic. Understand the signs of grief and ways to help them heal.

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.

Volume 28, Issue 1

Discover the ways to support TAPS. We also welcome your creative ideas!

Find support and immerse yourself in the company of those who have the shared experience of grief and loss. Join your TAPS Family.

If you or your child are exploring post-secondary education opportunities, TAPS Education Support Services is at the ready to help you navigate the process.

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.

Whether it is sitting on a back porch, taking a walk, going on a hike, or opening the window, nature improves our overall well-being.

Video recording discussion to learn strategies, validation, and guidance to help you better understand and cope with your grief journey.

The updated Online Community allows you to explore all of our online programs – online groups, workshops, and coping skills programs – in one place.

Our community of military survivors has a unique, complicated connection to war, and it's okay to not be okay right now. Here are some tips to help cope.

Storytelling can be done through our oral stories, but also through writing, painting, collaging, dancing, gardening, and so much more.

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

Teton Ridge Foundation gave recognition and honor to over 250 surviving military families at The American Rodeo in Arlington, Texas on March 6, 2022.

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.

If you are grieving the death of a military or veteran loved one, TAPS is here to help connect your to grief counseling or therapy.

Video discussion on four basic concepts to facilitate a child’s understanding about death and grief and resources for families and caregivers.

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

Finding mental health help while grieving can move you forward even though it feels impossible. If you are ready to take the next step, call TAPS.

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

Read ideas for remaining connected with that person you loved so dearly…strive to know them in a new way and be their footsteps in the world.

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.

Download our one-page resource that offers age-appropriate words that will help our youngest survivors begin to understand what has transpired.

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

Video recording discussion on writing prompts that will help you chart a course for healthy coping, loving reflection, and self-discovery in 2022.

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

Video recording discussion on when mourners feel they cannot express their loss fully because of the cultural stigma about how the person died.

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.

Rather than struggle against ourselves or set unrealistic expectations this new year, make friends with where you are. Discover some ways help.