June 2024
Honor Flight #50
St Pete/Clearwater Celebrated their 50th Honor Flight and we were there to Welcome these heroes from the past who never received the appropriate welcome home.
Spread some Holiday Cheer
Tampa Bay HPMA Chapter paid it forward today to a law enforcement family of four who needed a little extra help this holiday season. This Christmas they will have a little of what they want and a little of what they need under their tree Christmas morning.
Wreaths across america
The Tampa Bay Chapter of the HPMA had the honor of participating in the 2024 Wreaths Across America in Bushnell Florida. The turnout was amazing and the weather was perfect. While many wreaths were placed, many headstones did not receive one this season. Nationwide, 49% percent of our fallen headstones did not get a wreath. if you would like to help reduce this number, please donate to Wreaths Across America for the 2025 season. https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org
Road Trip
At HPMA Tampa, our focus is on supporting Veterans and First Responders in the Tampa region. On August 4th, 2024, we had the opportunity to visit Kentucky to show our support for the mother chapter during their annual SGT Hilgert Motorcycle and Jeep ride. Kentucky's beauty truly made the ride a memorable experience.
2,156 miles, 2.5 days, returning during Hurricane
https://youtu.be/c2pQYR8KycI
We did that!
Here are some of the things we have been doing in the community.
April 2024
Homeless veterans standown
Joining forces with Bay Pines Veterans Hospital to provide much needed resources, toiletries, medical and employment assistance to the area homeless veterans.
December 2023
Adopt a family for christmas
The chapter joined together to adopt a family in need during the holiday season. We provided toys, toiletries, food, and bicycles.