Posts by Red Star Foundation
Historic Legislation Introduced to Officially Recognize the Red Star Service Banner
Today marks a milestone in national recognition for families affected by military and veteran suicide. On March 5, 2026, members of the U.S. House of Representatives introduced H.R. 7815, a bill to amend Title 36 of the United States Code to establish the Red Star Service Banner as an officially recognized national service banner. The…
Read MoreRed Star Foundation Welcomes John Hamre to Its Board of Advisors
The Red Star Foundation is honored to announce that John Hamre, one of the most respected nonprofit and veteran-service fundraising leaders in the country, has joined the organization’s Board of Advisors. John brings more than three decades of experience building, scaling, and sustaining mission-driven organizations that serve veterans, people with disabilities, and their families. His…
Read MoreRed Star Foundation Joins the Face the Fight Coalition
The Red Star Foundation is honored to announce that we have been accepted as an official Face the Fight Coalition Partner, joining a powerful national alliance committed to reducing veteran suicide through meaningful action, cross-sector collaboration, and unwavering dedication. Face the Fight is a coalition of corporations, foundations, nonprofits, and veteran-focused organizations united by a…
Read MoreCity of Clearwater Becomes the First Red Star City in the Nation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Clearwater Becomes the First Red Star City in the Nation Clearwater takes historic step in supporting families of military, veterans, and first responders lost to suicide. CLEARWATER, FL – November 25, 2025 — The City of Clearwater has made history as the first municipality in the United States to be…
Read MoreRed Star Foundation Welcomes Bobbi Sedor to Board of Directors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 7, 2025 Red Star Foundation Welcomes Bobbi Sedor to Board of Directors Clearwater, FL – The Red Star Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Bobbi Sedor to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2025. Sedor brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in enterprise risk management, organizational…
Read MoreRed Star Gala Committees
The Inaugural Red Star Gala will take place on February 28, 2026 in Tampa, FL. Here is a list of committees that we will need sponsors for. Please review this list and then sign up HERE. ★ 1. Sponsorship & Fundraising Committee Volunteers focus on generating financial support through sponsorships and donations. They work to…
Read MoreToday Red Star Turns One Year Old!
Today We Turn One Year Old! On August 7, 2024, the Red Star Foundation was born from heartbreak. Out of the pain of losing heroes to suicide came a mission of hope, purpose and action. Today, on our first birthday, we look back at what has been accomplished in just twelve months, and look ahead…
Read MoreRed Star Foundation’s “Red Star Ruckers” Join the Fight Against Military Suicide at the Defender 5K
ST. PETERSBURG, FL — May 28, 2025 The Red Star Foundation is proud to announce that its team, the “Red Star Ruckers”, will be participating in the upcoming Defender 5K, a powerful community event dedicated to raising awareness and support for military and veteran suicide prevention. The event includes a 2.2-mile ruck march to honor…
Read MoreRed Star Banner: Honoring Lives, Healing Families, and Ending Stigma
The Red Star Banner: Honoring Lives, Healing Families, and Ending Stigma The Red Star Banner stands as a solemn and powerful tribute to military personnel, veterans and first responders who have died by suicide. Just as the Gold Star honors those lost in combat, the Red Star gives voice and visibility to a different battlefield;…
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