Previous Recipients of Flight Assistance
At Flights For Freedom, we value the experience of each recipient and the family of those recipients. Below are some testimonials to provide a glimpse into the experience of working with Flights For Freedom and the difference it makes. If you have received flight assistance from Flights For Freedom, or you know someone who has and you have feedback to share, we'd love to hear from you!
CPL C. Echavarria, Marines
Oceanside, CA to Tampa, FL
Testimonial from MoM: "This Sunday December 19th, 2021, for one day, it will be the first time since he graduated in 2019 that all 4 of my boys will be together under the same roof in our new home. God just knew we needed this!"
LCpl H. Matherne, Marines
Beirut, Lebanon to Louisiana
Testimonial from MoM: "This organization is making holidays complete for so many families. We can't wait to see our Marine. His siblings and family don't know he's coming yet... since the military is so unpredictable, I didn't want any broken hearts. I'm going to be able to enjoy the holidays instead of stressing about how to manage the finances. This is a blessing!"
LCpl J. Gingles, Marines
Jacksonville, NC to Shreveport, LA
LCpl E. Duree, Marines
Honolulu, HI to Lambert, MO
E-3 M. Taylor, Marines
Haneda, Japan to Orlando, FL
PV2 K. Moreno, Army
Raleigh, NC to Bakersville, CA
Testimonial from Taylor: "This means a lot to me, you guys really are so kind for helping people out like this! Seeing my family for the holiday season is going to be so nice."
Testimonial from MoM: "This is AMAZING! It's so stressful trying to get your loved ones home for the holiday. I cannot wait to have my boy home!"
SrA J. De Los Rios, Air Force
Okinawa, Japan to Corpus Cristi, TX
Testimonial from Mom: "I cannot belive he will be here tomorrow. I am not going to be able to sleep. I will never be able to thank Flights For Freedom enough. I will never forget your kindness and heart to serve others. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!"
E1 Therrien, Air Force
Dallas, TX to Albany, NY
E3 Bryant, Air Force
Spokane, WA to Gwinn, MI
MSgt Bucklin, Army
Spokane WA to Honolulu, HI
E-4 SrA Dales, Air Force
Solano County, CA to Kingsport, TN
E6 Ramirez, Army
Fort Bragg, NC to Los Angeles, CA
"As a military family, we know how precious time together is. We often have to spend our holidays apart from our loved ones, so having the chance to be together and go home as a family means everything to us. We’re incredibly grateful to Flights for Freedom for helping make this possible as it’s something we haven’t done together in years. We’re truly thankful for this generous gift and for their support of service members."
To love and second chances...
Jackson Forringer was a truly selfless individual who continually reminded everyone around him of the importance of love and second chances. His unwavering dedication to these values was evident in every interaction he had, as he touched the lives of many. Jackson made the ultimate sacrifice by serving in the Marines, demonstrating his profound commitment to protecting others. Tragically, LCpl Forringer lost his life on April 20, 2023, just days before his birthday. Despite this immense loss, his memory lives on forever in the hearts of those who knew him, a testament to the profound impact he had on all who were fortunate enough to cross his path.
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Jackson Forringer and I, Savannah, the founder, shared a very close friendship, one built on regular conversations about our futures and goals. His loss was devastating, one I never thought I would heal from. Yet, in his absence, Jackson continues to inspire me to love others unconditionally, regardless of what they've done, who they are, or what they've been through. His life was a testament to love, and through Flights For Freedom, I pray that others can come to know and treasure the life story of my dear friend, Jackson Forringer.
