DON’T WAIT, GET. YOUR TICKETS NOW: Thanks to the Inserra Shop-Rite Supermarket family who has taken over the preparing and running of the event, Salute to American Heroes 11 will happen on Thursday night, 17 October, 2024, at 6pm in Garfield, NJ, at The Royal Manor on Midland Avenue. We aim to keep the chemistry and atmosphere of the event like the Galas before, only better!
Theme will be “21 Gun Salute” as Adopt-a-Soldier Platoon is now over 21 years old and, as such, is one of the oldest all-volunteer public charities for the Troops.
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Special Guest: Command Master Chief Tim Bickerton, USS GRAVELY (DDG-107). The GRAVELY was in the thick of Red Sea attacks by Houthi terrorists; the crew did an Outstanding Job destroying UAVs, aiding merchant ships, and protecting Carrier Strike Group Two; and we supported them for about 8 months!!
This year’s Esteemed Honoree is Robert “Bob” Unanue, president and CEO of Goya Foods Inc., America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company. Bob is a recognized food industry leader and entrepreneur with a career that spans 45 years. He is a dedicated Patriot and the company he leads has a longstanding tradition for caring deeply and supporting communities worldwide. Bob established the Goya Gives program and he and his team have generously supported AaSP’s Care Package Program and for several years now, have donated Goya products to our Military Adoptees overseas as well as wounded veterans, providing a taste of home and a sense of comfort. Goya takes immense pride in supporting those who risk their lives to defend our freedom and will always support our military.
We are proud to recognize Bob for his partnership with us and his commitment to caring for those who serve our country.
Our Emcee/Auctioneer: Our own Karl Nelson, AaSP Ambassador and former NY Giants 1986 Super Bowl Champion, is back at Emcee and will also do his lively best during our Live Auction as Auctioneer. We will also have a silent auction, famous for its sports and military memorabilia, as well as jewelry, photographs, household items and such.
THE LIVE AUCTION will have some amazing one-of-a-kind items.
This amazing hand-painted bomber jacket by Jose Santiago is one of the Live Auction items. Absolutely gorgeous. But you must be present to bid. No paper or phone in bids. Thanks Jose for this masterpiece!
The Silent Auction will also have cool items.
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