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Fundraiser: Land of the Free


Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic | TAPS The Land of the Free Foundation is pleased to be partnered with the Pacific Palms Hotel and Conference Center in the City of Industry California and the Industry Hills Golf Club to play host to the annual “Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic.” Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort Event Information Friday, November 11, 2022 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakfast, Registration and Put

Fundraiser: Land of the Free


Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic 2020 | TAPS The Land of the Free Foundation is pleased to be partnered with the Pacific Palms Hotel and Conference Center in the City of Industry California and the Industry Hills Golf Club to play host to the annual “Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic.” Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort Event Information Monday, November 11, 2021 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakfast, Registration an

Fundraiser: Land of the Free


Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic 2020 | TAPS The Land of the Free Foundation is pleased to be partnered with the Pacific Palms Hotel and Conference Center in the City of Industry California and the Industry Hills Golf Club to play host to the annual “Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic.” Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort Event Information Monday, November 11, 2020 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakfast, Registration an

Fundraiser: Land of the Free


Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic 2019 Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic 2019 | TAPS The Land of the Free Foundation is pleased to be partnered with the Pacific Palms Hotel and Conference Center in the City of Industry California and the Industry Hills Golf Club to play host to the annual “Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic.” Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms Resort Event Information Monday, November 11th, 2019 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakfast, Registra

Webinar: Understanding Why People Die by Suicide


Webinar: Understanding Why People Die by Suicide Understanding Why People Die by Suicide Webinar | TAPS Institute Eastern Presented by the TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing®, this webinar with Carla Stumpf-Patton, EdD, LMHC, NCC, FT, CCTP, will address some of the prominent theories about why people die by suicide. It will also explore some of the contributing risk factors that can come together in forming the “perfect storm” that leads to suicide and how survivors of loss can continue to hea

Webinar: Grief After Self-Inflicted Causes of Death


Partner Webinar: Grief After Self-Inflicted Causes of Death Webinar: Grief After Self-Inflicted Causes of Death Cohosted by the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors and the Hospice Foundation of America While all loss is difficult, those whose friends or loved ones die due to self-destructive deaths can face unique challenges. This program, presented by Ken Doka, William Feigelman and John Jordan, explores the latest research into these grief situations and how professionals can help surv

Fundraiser: Denver


19th Annual TAPS Colorado Celebrity Classic Colorado Celebrity Classic | TAPS Thank you for supporting our Denver event! Stay tuned for news on the 2025 show.   View Flyer   Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum 7711 East Academy Boulevard Denver, Colorado 5:30 p.m. General Reception & Silent Auction 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Program Join us as we honor our fallen military servicemembers and pay tribute to the loved ones they left behind.  TAPS Legacy Award Presented to Pete Co

Fundraiser: Colorado Springs


TAPS Colorado Springs Singer Songwriter Show and Dinner Colorado Springs Singer Songwriter Show and Dinner | TAPS Mountain Evening Program   Boot Barn Hall @ Bourbon Brothers 13071 Bass Pro Drive Colorado Springs, Colorado Join us for a memorable and fun evening featuring Pam Tillis, Frank Myers, Jamie O'Neal, David Ernest Malloy, Jimmy Nichols, and Ed Montana as we honor the families of those who died for our freedoms. Meet TAPS Founder and President Bonnie Carroll and hear the inspi

Fundraiser: Denver


A Night of Remembrance & Celebration Colorado Celebrity Classic | TAPS View Flyer   Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum 7711 East Academy Boulevard Denver, Colorado 5:30 p.m. General Reception & Silent Auction 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Program Join us as we honor our fallen military servicemembers and pay tribute to the loved ones they left behind.  You'll hear Grammy and CMA Award-winning music and the opportunity to participate in an Auction and Raffle to win one of a kind items

Fundraiser: Denver


A Night of Remembrance & Celebration A Night of Remembrance & Celebration   Join us for An Intimate Night of Remembrance benefitting TAPS Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum 7711 East Academy Boulevard Denver, Colorado 5:00 p.m. General Reception & Silent Auction 6:00 p.m. Dinner & Program Join us as we honor our fallen military servicemembers and pay tribute to the loved ones they left behind. Includes an exclusive, intimate concert by Nashville songwriters, who will sha

Fundraiser: PT Mechanical Group Golf Invitational


PT Mechanical Group Golf Invitational PT Mechanical Group Golf Invitational | TAPS You are invited to join us at Little Mill Country Club on October 22, 2018 for the Pro-Tech Mechnical 1st Annual Golf Invitational. All proceeds from the tournament will go directly to TAPS in support of their mission to provide peer-based emotional support to all those who are grieving the death of someone who died during or as a result of their military service to the United States. Special Guest LTC Scott

Fundraiser: Northside Hospital Orthopedic Institute Half Marathon


Northside Hospital Orthopedic Institute Half Marathon Northside Hospital Orthopedic Institute Half Marathon Powered by Jeff Galloway | TAPS Eastern Powered by Jeff Galloway ABOUT JEFF GALLOWAY Over a million runners and walkers have read Jeff Galloway books, attended his retreats / running schools, received E-coaching or individual consultation or joined his training programs. His doable plans have opened up the life-changing experience of finishing a distance event to almost everyone. His

Fundraiser: Stetler Off Road Jeep Show


Stetler Off Road Jeep Show Stetler Off Road Jeep Show | TAPS Our show is a family friendly  event offering vendors, food, kids bounce house, face painting, off road obstacle course, a teeter totter, live music, raffle prizes, goodie bags for the 1st 75 registrants and show trophies!  Showcase your modified Jeep and support a good cause. Proceeds will be going to Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors.  For more information to register your jeep or be a vendor at the event, visit Stetler Of

Webinar: Responding to Traumatically Bereaved Military Children in Educational Settings


Partner Webinar: Responding to Traumatically Bereaved Military Children in Educational Settings Webinar: Responding to Traumatically Bereaved Military Children in Educational Settings: Barriers and Opportunities Join us for a multi-disciplinary and highly interactive look at the common issues traumatically bereaved military children and their families experience in the educational settings. We will discuss systemic, individual, cultural, financial barriers and opportunities to help traumatical

Team TAPS: Virtual Fundraiser


Team TAPS Virtual Fundraiser Team TAPS Virtual Fundraiser | TAPS Join Team TAPS virtually as we mark TAPS' 27th Anniversary Whether you choose to participate in an organized virtual race - run, walk, bike, swim, dance or create your own unique challenge - let's work together to honor the lives of our fallen heroes—and support the mission of TAPS!   Surviving military widows, Marie Campbell and Lori (Hunter) Musselman joined each other to participate in the 25th Marine Corps Marathon in Oc

Institute: Understanding and Applying Modern Grief Theory


Understanding and Applying Modern Grief Theory Understanding and Applying Modern Grief Theory | TAPS Institute Eastern Presented by the TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing®, this webinar with Litsa Williams and Eleanor Haley, mental health professionals and co-founders of What’s Your Grief, explores the most prominent grief theories to have emerged from the fields of psychology and thanatology, beginning with Freud and working forward to the most current evidence-based models of grief.     

Webinar: After an Overdose Death: Understanding Your Grief


Webinar: Understanding the Grief of Addiction and Overdose Death Understanding the Grief of Addiction and Overdose Death Webinar | TAPS Institute Eastern Presented by the TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing®, this webinar with Litsa Williams and Eleanor Haley, mental health professionals and co-founders of What’s Your Grief, is designed to help bereaved people understand the dynamics of this unique kind of grief.  It addresses the unique stigma and family dynamics that can come with grief after

Fundraiser: Denver


TAPS Colorado Celebrity Classic Colorado Celebrity Classic | TAPS Mountain View Flyer   Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum 7711 East Academy Boulevard Denver, Colorado Join us for a memorable and fun evening featuring Frank Meyers, Anthony Smith, Wynn Varble, Brice Long and Jimmy Nichols as we honor the families of those who died for our freedoms. Dinner performances by Tony David and WildeFire and Franki Moscato.  Meet TAPS Founder and President Bonnie Carroll and hear the

Team TAPS: Virtual Fundraiser


Team TAPS Virtual Fundraiser Team TAPS Virtual Fundraiser | TAPS Join us virtually in celebration of 20 years of raising funds and awareness for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)! TAPS provides direct support to families who have been impacted by the death of a military loved one. Whether you choose to participate in an organized virtual race, run or walk; complete 20 miles in observance of our 20th anniversary; bike, swim, dance or do your own distance, Team TAPS welcomes

Webinar: Managing Conflict/Finding Meaning - Supporting Families at Life's End


Partner Webinar: Managing Conflict/Finding Meaning - Supporting Families at Life's End Partner Webinar: Managing Conflict/Finding Meaning - Supporting Families at Life's End Eastern Cohosted by the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors and the Hospice Foundation of America Despite the efforts of hospice professionals and clinicians, many people die after being enrolled in hospice for a very short time--sometimes just 24 to 48 hours. Yet bereavement coordinators still strive to help that per

Fundraiser: Potomac Hunt Races


Potomac Hunt Races Potomac Hunt Races | TAPS Eastern The Potomac Hunt Races offer a unique opportunity to entertain your family or host a party for your friends and/or business right here in the DMV. Held just outside D.C. in Poolesville, Maryland, the races are convenient, yet supremely unique in their offerings. In addition to running multiple races throughout the day featuring the area’s top steeplechase horses, we also offer shopping at Vendor Village, a Kid Zone and between-race entertainm

Fundraiser: 9/11 Memorial Golf Outing


7th Annual Montgomery County 9/11 Memorial Golf Outing 7th Annual Montgomery County 9/11 Memorial Golf Outing in Gaithersburg, Maryland | TAPS Donate in Memory of Lieutenant Darin H. Pontell To donate to this event in memory of LT Darin H. Pontell, USNR, select the Donate to TAPS button above and make sure the 'Make this is an honor or memorial gift' checkbox is selected.   Event Information Friday, September 13, 2019 Laytonsville Golf Course Registration and range open at 8 a.m. Play

Fundraiser: Potomac Hunt Races


Potomac Hunt Races Potomac Hunt Races | TAPS Eastern Gates open at 10:00 a.m. | Activites start at 12:00 p.m. | Race course closes at 7:00 p.m. Held in the heart of Montgomery County's horse country, the Potomac Hunt Races is an annual tradition, celebrating the sport of steeplechase racing. Amidst the thrill of thundering hooves and soaring horses, race day festivities include a car display, mounted police demonstrations, The RBC Kid Zone, and Vendor Village. Enjoy the camaraderie of friend

Webinar: Grief Dreams


Webinar: Grief Dreams Grief Dreams Webinar | TAPS Institute Eastern Presented by the TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing®, this webinar with grief dreams researcher, Joshua Black, PhD, discusses the common questions people have related to dreams after loss (grief dreams) and how they apply to one's grief.    Featuring   Joshua Black, PhD Dr. Joshua Black is a grief dreams researcher, speaker, author, and host of the Grief Dreams Podcast. He has focused all of his MA and PhD research

Institute: Photographing Grief


Workshop: Photographing Grief Photographing Grief | TAPS Institute Eastern The TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing® invites you to a unique and engaging experiential workshop about using photography as a creative outlet for coping with grief.   Featuring LITSA WILLIAMS ELEANOR HALEY Litsa and Eleanor are mental health professionals with more than 20 years of experience in grief and bereavement. They are also the founders of the What’s Your Grief?  website.   Program Details

Fundraiser: Land of the Free


Land of the Free Golf Classic 2017 Land of the Free Golf Classic 2017 Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms The Land of the Free Foundation is pleased to be partnered with the Pacific Palms and Conference Center in the City of Industry, California and the Industry Hills Golf Club to play host to the annual “Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic”. This event will be held on Friday, November 10, 2017. The Land of the Free Foundation was started to recognize the men and woman of

TAPS Togethers: Baltimore May 17


TAPS Togethers: Armed Forces Day with the Baltimore Orioles TAPS Military Survivor Together in Baltimore, Maryland Eastern This event is open to all TAPS survivors, both adults and children, who have experienced a military or veteran loss. Join your TAPS Family to connect and enjoy a wonderful afternoon together at the Baltimore Orioles Armed Forces Day Game. Tickets are generously provided by the Good Feet Store.   ADDITIONAL DETAILS Location: Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Registration is req

Expedition: Aconcagua


Aconcagua Expedition Aconcagua Expedition | TAPS Join us as we climb the highest mountain outside of the Himalayas, Aconcagua. We’ll summit one of the seven summits while we honor our loved ones. Unfortunately we have reached the maximum number of participants for this expedition, and we are no longer accepting applications. However, we invite you to consider joining our Kilimanjaro Expedition or contacting adultprograms@taps.org to learn about other TAPS outdoor programs that may interest yo

Special Event: Culver Academy


Culver Academy Summer Upper Camp Culver Academy Summer Upper Camp Duty, honor, service and truth — all values taught within military families. The Culver Academy Boarding School in Culver, Indiana, wants to continue to build on those values and develop the character and leadership skills of 10 TAPS teens over the next three summers. Hosted on the Maxinkuckee Lake, the Culver Academy Summer Upper Camp six-week program is open to TAPS teens between 13 ½ and 15 years old and runs from June 16 to

Fundraiser: Land of the Free


Land of the Free Golf Classic 2016 Land of the Free Golf Classic 2016 Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms The Land of the Free Foundation is pleased to be partnered with the Pacific Palms and Conference Center in the City of Industry, California and the Industry Hills Golf Club to play host to the annual “Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic”. This event will be held on Friday, November 11, 2016. The Land of the Free Foundation was started to recognize the men and woman of

TAPS Togethers: Houston March 5


TAPS Togethers: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Armed Forces Appreciation Day TAPS Military Survivor Togethers in Houston, Texas Central This event is open to all TAPS survivors, both adults and children, who have experienced a military or veteran loss. TAPS families are invited to gather for "Armed Forces Day," coming together for a day of connection including enjoy lunch, a Welcome Ceremony, and a full day of activities at the Houston Rodeo. This event is sponsored by the Houston Livestoc

TAPS Togethers: Alexandria February 9


TAPS Togethers: Marine Band: Mozart's 40th Symphony, Alexandria TAPS Military Survivor Together in Alexandria, Virginia Eastern This event is open to military adult and child survivors. Join your local TAPS family for an afternoon of musical talent by the Marine Chamber Orchestra featuring Mozart's 40th Symphony at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center. The works of Gioachino Rossini and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart were state of the art during their lifetimes. Rossini left his ma

Seminar: Suicide Loss


National Military Suicide Loss Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp National Military Suicide Loss Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | TAPS For Adults: TAPS Seminars TAPS has supported thousands of survivors of military suicide loss by offering them hope, healing, and renewed opportunities for personal growth. If you’ve lost a military loved one to suicide, you've come to the right place. We've got you. At TAPS we understand that suicide grief is different. We know that you are st

Expedition: Washington


San Juan Islands Kayaking Expedition San Juan Islands Kayaking Expedition | TAPS All adult survivors 18 and older are invited to join TAPS on the 2019 San Juan Islands Kayaking Expedition as we find new purpose, gain radical perspective, and remember what it feels like to live with determination. TAPS Expeditions are outdoor skills-based events that require dedication, preparation and a real sense of adventure. Professional guides will lead us through some of the country’s most spectacular ec

Young Adults: Generosity of Scars


TAPS Young Adults: The Heroes Journey - Generosity of Scars TAPS Young Adults: The Heroes Journey - Generosity of Scars This workshop is open to TAPS Young Adults (ages 18 to 30). Storytelling is how we heal, how we validate, how we inform, and how we connect. Our warrior storytellers use purposeful storytelling to achieve relevance in life and business. Story is how we influence!      OVERVIEW The Generosity of Scars storytelling workshop brings veterans and/or military fam

Fundraiser: Land of the Free


Land of the Free Golf Classic 2018 Land of the Free Golf Classic 2018 | TAPS Industry Hills Golf Club at Pacific Palms The Land of the Free Foundation is pleased to be partnered with the Pacific Palms and Conference Center in the City of Industry, California and the Industry Hills Golf Club to play host to the annual “Land of the Free Veterans Day Golf Classic”.  The Land of the Free Foundation Veterans Day Golf Classic is the main fundraising event for the Land of the Free Foundation.

Seminar: Tampa


CANCELLED--Tampa Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp Tampa Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp   TAPS cancels Tampa Regional Seminar due to the approach of Hurricane Irma To our families and friends,  TAPS is cancelling this week’s Tampa Regional Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp scheduled for Sept. 8-11 based on the State of Emergency in Florida.  We understand this is a disappointment, but our first concern is always for the safety and security of our TAPS family. We have seen recen

TAPS Togethers: Wreaths Across America


Wreaths Across America Wreaths Across America | TAPS Eastern Time TAPS will join Wreaths Across America at Arlington National Cemetery to remember and honor our fallen heroes by placing wreaths on each grave and saying the name of each hero aloud. We invite all survivors to join us for this special act of remembrance. TAPS will have a table at the corner of Halsey Drive and York Drive, between Sections 59 and 60, to provide warm drinks and offer emotional care and comfort through TAPS Peer Men

teams4taps: Arizona State University


TAPS and Arizona State University Salute to Service TAPS and Arizona State University TAPS is partnering with the Arizona State University Sun Devils Football Program for a unique opportunity to honor and recognize fallen service men and women. Please take a moment to read about this event honoring our fallen heroes.   Arizona State University will honor the memory of our service men and women during their Salute to Service Game on Saturday, November 4, 2017.  The program will pay tribute t

Fundraiser: Potomac Hunt Races


Potomac Hunt Races Potomac Hunt Races Gates open at 10:00 a.m., activities start at 12:00 p.m. ~ Race course closes at 7:00 p.m. Held in the heart of Montgomery County's horse country, the Potomac Hunt Races is an annual tradition, celebrating the sport of steeplechase racing. Amidst the thrill of thundering hooves and soaring horses, race day festivities include a car display, mounted police demonstrations, a Kid's Zone, stick races and vendor row. TAPS is the charity beneficiary of this

Seminar: Suicide 2016


National Military Suicide Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp National Military Suicide Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp ADULT SEMINAR The grief that follows a suicide loss is often uniquely complicated. In addition to mourning, unanswered questions and strained relationships, you may find that when you most need the support of others you actually feel most alone. But you are not alone. At the National Military Suicide Survivor Seminar, you'll be able to look around and know that. You'l

Team TAPS: Carry the Load


Carry the Load with Team TAPS Carry the Load with Team TAPS Join your TAPS family during this very moving and inspiring memorial month as we honor our heroes nationwide during Carry the Load. COVID Protocol Statement In an effort to comply with local COVID-19 guidelines, please insure you register and indicate where you will be physically participating so Carry the Load can manage participation numbers throughout the Memorial May events, and adhere to all CDC guidelines and protocols.  

Self-Funded Travel: New England Cruise


TAPS New England Cruise TAPS New England Cruise Military Survivors All survivors are invited to join us on our TAPS New England Cruise.  Set sail with your TAPS family this August. This self-funded cruise will be a chance to relax, heal and creating lasting friendships with fellow survivors.  IMPORTANT: Registering by May 8 reserves your cabin at the discounted price. After May 8, please contact the TAPS travel consultant, Tamra Sipes, at 360-914-0800 or tamra.sipes@taps.org for price and ca

Retreats: Alaska


Widows, Fiancees and Significant Others Women's Retreat Widows, Fiancees and Significant Others Women's Retreat for Military Survivors | TAPS TAPS Adult Programs warmly invites you to join with other widows, surviving fiancees and surviving significant others, who are more than six months from their loss, for a retreat in Eagle River, Alaska.     OVERVIEW In beautiful Eagle River, Alaska we will gather together to create new friendships, explore the wilderness and wo

Team TAPS: Carry the Load


Carry the Load with Team TAPS Carry the Load with Team TAPS Join your TAPS family during this very moving and inspiring memorial month as we honor our heroes nationwide during Carry the Load.     How Can You Participate? There are several ways you can participate and honor your fallen hero. Join one of the relay routes near your city or town, join others at one of Rally Cities, join the finish at the Dallas Memorial March, or at a relay location with TAPS Togethers and honor y

Team TAPS: Carry the Load


Carry the Load with Team TAPS Carry the Load with Team TAPS Join your TAPS family during this very moving and inspiring memorial month as we honor our heroes nationwide during Carry the Load.     How Can You Participate? There are several ways you can participate and honor your fallen hero. Join one of the relay routes near your city or town, join others at one of Rally Cities, join the finish at the Dallas Memorial March, or at a relay location with TAPS Togethers and honor y

TAPS Outdoors: Breathing In the New Year


A Breath of Fresh Air with TAPS Outdoors A Breath of Fresh Air - Breathing In the New Year | TAPS This month's theme: Breathing In the New Year TAPS Outdoors wants to help you reconnect with the natural world in simple yet meaningful ways with weekly activities you can do anywhere. (Yes, we really mean anywhere.) This weekly series is for everyone and requires no previous outdoor experience! With monthly themes, we’ll help you find the right tips, tools and tricks to navigate the wilds of

Expedition: Kilimanjaro


Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition | TAPS After the death of a loved one, the entire landscape of life changes - routine becomes rigorous, familiar becomes foreign. We are thrust out of our comfort zone and in a sense must learn to navigate the world anew.  Plans change – we change – and we are often left feeling powerless.  In these dark moments, the tiniest of flames can spark into a transformative fire.  Much like a Eucalyptus seed requires fire to germinate, beauty

Self-Funded Travel: Western Caribbean Reunion Cruise


TAPS Western Caribbean Reunion Cruise Western Caribbean Reunion Cruise for Military Survivors | TAPS All survivors are invited to join us on our TAPS Western Caribbean Cruises.  Set sail with your TAPS family to kick off the new year. This self-funded cruise will be a chance to relax, heal and creating lasting friendships with fellow survivors.  OVERVIEW This six-night trip cruises to Georgetown in the Grand Cayman and to Puerto Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico aboard the Royal Caribbean’s

TAPS Outdoors: Changing Landscapes


A Breath of Fresh Air with TAPS Outdoors A Breath of Fresh Air - Changing Landscapes | TAPS This month's theme: Changing Landscapes TAPS Outdoors wants to help you reconnect with the natural world in simple yet meaningful ways with weekly activities you can do anywhere. (Yes, we really mean anywhere.) This weekly series is for everyone and requires no previous outdoor experience! With monthly themes, we’ll help you find the right tips, tools and tricks to navigate the wilds of our natural

TAPS Outdoors: Getting & Staying Grounded


A Breath of Fresh Air with TAPS Outdoors A Breath of Fresh Air - Getting & Staying Grounded | TAPS This month's theme: Getting & Staying Grounded TAPS Outdoors wants to help you reconnect with the natural world in simple yet meaningful ways with weekly activities you can do anywhere. (Yes, we really mean anywhere.) This weekly series is for everyone and requires no previous outdoor experience! With monthly themes, we’ll help you find the right tips, tools and tricks to navigate the wilds

TAPS Outdoors: Seasons of Grief


A Breath of Fresh Air with TAPS Outdoors A Breath of Fresh Air - Seasons of Grief | TAPS This month's theme: Seasons of Grief TAPS Outdoors wants to help you reconnect with the natural world in simple yet meaningful ways with weekly activities you can do anywhere. (Yes, we really mean anywhere.) This weekly series is for everyone and requires no previous outdoor experience! With monthly themes, we’ll help you find the right tips, tools and tricks to navigate the wilds of our natural world

Expedition: Kilimanjaro


Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition | TAPS Deadline to complete the entry form to attend this expedition closed on November 23, 2018. All adult survivors 18 and older whose loss occurred more than one year ago are invited to join TAPS on the Mount Kilimanjaro Expedition as we find new purpose, gain radical perspective and remember what it feels like to live with determination.  TAPS Expeditions are outdoor skills-based events that require dedication, preparation and

Self-Funded Travel: Western Caribbean Cruises


TAPS Western Caribbean Cruises TAPS Western Caribbean Cruises Military Survivors Registration is now closed. All survivors are invited to join us on our TAPS Western Caribbean Cruises.  Set sail with your TAPS family to kick off the new year. This self-funded cruise will be a chance to relax, heal and creating lasting friendships with fellow survivors.  OVERVIEW This unique trip offers back-to-back cruises to Cozumel, Mexico, and Grand Cayman aboard Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of th

Expedition: Peru


Machu Picchu Expedition TAPS Machu Picchu Expedition for Military Survivors All adult survivors 18 and older are invited to join TAPS on the Machu Picchu Expedition as we find new purpose, gain radical perspective and remember what it feels like to live with determination. TAPS Expeditions are outdoor skills-based events that require dedication, preparation and a real sense of adventure.  OVERVIEW Share a truly fearless journey with fellow TAPS survivors as we trek ancient trails in the

Self-Funded Travel: Caribbean Cruise


TAPS Caribbean Cruise TAPS Caribbean Cruise for Military Survivors This event is closed. All survivors are invited to join us on our TAPS Caribbean Cruise.  Get ready to set sail with your TAPS family. We're thrilled to once again offer a unique opportunity for survivors to connect with one another in a new setting. This self-funded cruise will be a chance to relax, heal and creating lasting friendships with fellow survivors.  OVERVIEW The TAPS Caribbean Cruise aboard the world's lar

Self-Funded Travel: Cruise to Mexico


TAPS Cruise to Mexico TAPS Cruise to Mexico All aboard! You’ve asked, and we’ve listened. TAPS is thrilled to announce the launch of one of the most requested trips by survivors — a TAPS cruise. Royal Caribbean is offering a special group rate to a limited number of TAPS families for a four-night cruise from Tampa, Florida, to Cozumel, Mexico, on the Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship.  The Brilliance of the Seas is loaded with different activities for everyone. Foodies can spend their tim

Expedition: Peru


Machu Picchu Expedition Machu Picchu Expedition   After the death of a loved one, the entire landscape of life changes — routine becomes rigorous, familiar becomes foreign. This, after all, was not the plan. This was not on your map. But maybe, in those dark moments where you've felt small and powerless, you've also sensed that you are meant to do something big. It's not like you're in your comfort zone anyway. Share a truly fearless journey with TAPS survivors as we trek to the ancient

Expeditions: Kilimanjaro


Kilimanjaro Expedition Kilimanjaro Expedition After the death of a loved one, the entire landscape of life changes - routine becomes rigorous, familiar becomes foreign. This, after all, was not the plan. This was not on your map. But maybe, in those dark moments where you've felt small and powerless, you've also sensed that you are meant to do something big. It's not like you're in your comfort zone anyway.  Share a truly fearless journey with TAPS survivors as we climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Expeditions: Machu Picchu


Machu Picchu Expedition Machu Picchu Expedition After the death of a loved one, the entire landscape of life changes - routine becomes rigorous, familiar becomes foreign. This, after all, was not the plan. This was not on your map. But maybe, in those dark moments where you've felt small and powerless, you've also sensed that you are meant to do something big. It's not like you're in your comfort zone anyway.  Share a truly fearless journey with TAPS survivors as we trek to the ancie

Retreats: Alaska


Alaska Siblings Retreat Alaska Siblings Retreat for Military Survivors | TAPS TAPS Adult Programs warmly invites you to join fellow surviving siblings and siblings-in-law, who are more than six months from their loss, for a retreat in Eagle River, Alaska.     OVERVIEW In beautiful Eagle River, Alaska we will gather together to create new friendships, explore the wilderness and work together on a service project that will become a part of our loved ones' legacy at The

Retreats: Alaska


Alaska Siblings Retreat Alaska Siblings Retreat for Military Survivors | TAPS TAPS Adult Programs warmly invites you to join fellow surviving siblings and siblings-in-law, who are more than six months from their loss, for a retreat in Eagle River, Alaska.     OVERVIEW In beautiful Eagle River, Alaska we will gather together to create new friendships, explore the wilderness and work together on a service project that will become a part of our loved ones' legacy at The

Expedition: Peru


Machu Picchu Expedition TAPS Machu Picchu Expedition for Military Survivors All adult survivors 18 and older are invited to join TAPS on the 2019 Machu Picchu Expedition as we find new purpose, gain radical perspective, and remember what it feels like to live with determination. TAPS Expeditions are outdoor skills-based events that require dedication, preparation and a real sense of adventure. Share a truly fearless journey with TAPS survivors as we trek ancient trails in the Andes Mountains

Expedition: Yosemite


Yosemite Mens Expedition TAPS Yosemite Mens Expedition for Military Survivors All adult male survivors 18 and older are invited to join TAPS on the Yosemite Men's Backpacking Expedition as we find new purpose, gain radical perspective, and remember what it feels like to live with determination. TAPS Expeditions are outdoor skills-based events that require dedication, preparation and a real sense of adventure. Our route along Yosemite Creek takes advantage of running snowmelt, which feeds into

Seminar: Southeast


Southeast Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp Southeast Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | TAPS Looking to connect day of event? EVENT APP (ZOOM) ACCESS Important Update: Due to increased COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in the Jacksonville area, TAPS is scaling back its activities for the Southeast Regional Seminar and Good Grief Camp. Since many of the children who attend Good Grief Camp are under the age for vaccinations, we are closing that po

Team TAPS: Carry the Load


Carry the Load with TAPS Togethers and Team TAPS Carry the Load with TAPS Togethers and Team TAPS

Seminar: New England


New England Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp New England Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp ADULT SEMINAR TAPS Regional Seminars feature activities, workshops, small group discussions, memorial celebrations, and special events. We provide the opportunity to exchange stories, give and receive inspiration, and create lasting connections with others who understand the loss of a military loved one. GOOD GRIEF CAMP TAPS Good Grief Camp provides a safe and supportive atmosphere for child

Seminar: Central


Central Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp Central Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp | TAPS If you are unable to attend or have any concerns with attending in person we encourage you to attend our live workshops virtually. Select the virtual workshop button above to register as a virtual participant. You will be able to access the sessions via the TAPS events app. Workshops and sessions are listed within the schedule below.  Your TAPS family warml

Team TAPS: Carry the Load


Carry the Load with TAPS Togethers and Team TAPS Carry the Load with TAPS Togethers and Team TAPS