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A Note From Gary

Shortly after my son Mac's death on January 5th, 2024, I began combing through his files, his Dropbox, his iPad and iPhone. I found letters he’d written to family, thoughts he wanted to get down on paper hoping they would be discovered later. Videos he’d made and kept for us to see should anything happen. Beautiful things that he meant for us to have. I also discovered music that he’d written and tucked away...

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Honoring First Responder Families at the Holidays: Snowball Express Part 2

The Gary Sinise Foundation (homepage link) was honored to welcome nearly 1,000 surviving children and spouses/guardians of our nation’s Fallen First Responders to this year’s Snowball Express annual event. Known to families as “Disney in December,” this event is a magical and heartfelt experience filled with community, connection, and holiday spirit.

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The Gary Sinise Foundation Podcast

Please join GSF Podcast host, Cristin Bartter, and a suprise visit from Gary Sinise, as they sit down at Disney World with two amazing moms, Monda Anderson and Corcynthia Williams, who both lost their beloved heroes in service to our great nation.

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A Magical Holiday Tradition: Military Snowball Express 2024 Part 1

This holiday season, the Gary Sinise Foundation proudly welcomed more than 1,700 children and surviving spouses/guardians of our nation’s fallen military heroes to Orlando, Florida, for our Snowball Express annual event. Across five unforgettable days, these special families found healing, joy, and connection through experiences uniquely designed to honor their loved ones while creating new cherished memories.

Mac Sinise

A Personal Message from Gary

In Honor & Memory of
McCanna Anthony “Mac” Sinise
1990 - 2024

Charity Navigator 4-Star 7th Year

Trust & Impact: Give With Confidence

For seven consecutive years, the Gary Sinise Foundation has proudly maintained a perfect 4 out of 4 star rating from Charity Navigator, the most reputable charity assessment organization. We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and impactful work.

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1,000,000+

heroes have returned from Iraq & Afghanistan bearing the mental and physical wounds of war.
Who will help ensure their care?
Our impact

By The Numbers

Icon: Smart Homes

specially adapted smart homes completed for our severely wounded heroes

Icon: Invincible Spirit Festivals

attendees of our Invincible Spirit Festivals since 2012

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meals served to our nation's defenders across the country and overseas

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veterans & their guardians have participated in our Soaring Valor experiences

Our Impact

The Stories

Ward 6 Fire
Outlet: KPLC7 (NBC and CW-affiliated television station for Southwest Louisiana)By: Andrea Robinson
Jim Ravella News
Outlet: WKRN/ABC NashvilleBy: Caitlin Coffey
Stacy ABC
Outlet: ABC10 News San Diego (KGTV)By: Leah Pezzetti
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Outlet: Military Families Magazine By: Donald Liebenson