Connecting students with veterans™ in order to honor veterans, preserve America’s heritage and develop future leaders.

Phoenix, AZ
Joined May 2011
Through a will, beneficiary designation, life insurance policy or other planned gift, you can help veterans’ stories reach students for years to come. If you include us in your plans, we’d be honored to welcome you to our Honor Forever Legacy Society. imprintsofhonor.planned.gift…
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As an approved program for the Arizona Seal of Civic Literacy, Imprints of Honor was invited to the Arizona Diploma Seals Information Session & Program Showcase on October 16. Students can earn the Seal just by participating in our program, or by combining approved activities.
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Imprints of Honor® brings civics to life by connecting students with veterans to understand history, value service, and develop the skills to lead. Research from the U.S. Dept of Education shows that hands-on civic engagement experiences help students build valuable skills.
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Dishchii'bikoh Community School is one of our new chapters this year, and they were excited to conduct their first veteran interviews on Friday, October 2. Army veteran Priya Simpson and Army National Guard veteran Michael Hall. We are so proud of the students!
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The Cooley Middle School Imprints of Honor® chapter set up a display case in their school office to promote interest in the club and showcase items graciously donated by Elizabeth (Lisa) Lupine Daly to help educate students on the bravery and sacrifice made by veterans.
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On 9/29, students at Westar Elem in Goodyear did interview training! Ariana and her fellow students welcomed her grandfather, Army veteran Romero Carrasco. Thank you, Mr. Carrasco! We are excited to honor you and the rest of this year's veterans at the book reception in April!
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Become an Independent Contributor with Imprints of Honor®! No chapter at your school? You can still honor a veteran, preserve a legacy and be part of something bigger than yourself. Learn more: imprintsofhonor.org/independ…
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Oorah Marines! Your service is important and deserves to be honored through our program. With a generous donation from the Timothy T. Day Foundation, let our students preserve your legacy. Learn more and sign up to be interviewed at imprintsofhonor.org/veterans.
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David Allwine joined the RED Friday Patriot Group as the POW/MIA Day speaker on Friday September 18th. David shared his story of resilience during the Vietnam War, when he endured 755 days as a prisoner in both Cambodian and Vietnamese camps. imprintsofhonor.org/inspire-…
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Oct is National Estate Planning Awareness Month, a good time to review your plans and consider whether a future gift to Imprints of Honor® is right for you. Join our Honor Forever Legacy Society: imprintsofhonor.planned.gift…
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⚓️Here’s some scuttlebutt worth sharing: the U.S. Navy officially turns 251 today! 🎂 For over two centuries, our sailors have lived by three simple words: Honor, Courage, and Commitment. Today, we send a massive Bravo Zulu to all past, present, and future service members !
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The 7/8 grade IOH chapter students from Valentine Elementary have completed interview training! Valentine students interviewed Navy veteran Mrs. Rochelle Kennedy shared stories about her time as an Aviation Administrationman, what it was like on board the USS Nimitz, and more!
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We are proud to announce a 2-year project with the Arizona State Society, Daughters of the American Revolution. DAR members are introducing our program to schools across Arizona, fundraising to support start-up costs, and volunteering alongside new chapters and teachers.
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Archived stories in the Library of Congress continue to be a source of first-person history! Author Marcus Brotherton referenced the interview footage of Joseph Johnson as a source in publishing his book "A Bright and Blinding Sun", a biography of Joe’s POW experience.
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Our chapter at Our Lady of Mount Carmel recently hosted veteran speaker Jim Kelsey. Students in grades 5-8 learned about Jim’s service in Vietnam and career in military intelligence during the Cold War. Students who asked thoughtful questions received a challenge coin!
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Join us in welcoming seven new school chapters, learn how chapter students organized 9/11 commemoration ceremonies, read about a two-year initiative with the Arizona Daughters of the American Revolution, and more!. Explore the full issue: conta.cc/4huPail
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We’re grateful for a $5,000 grant from the Sundt Foundation to connect students with veterans, preserve firsthand accounts of military service, build leadership and character, and deepen their understanding of service and sacrifice. Thank you!
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As the Youth Day Sponsor for the League of Arizona Cities and Towns Conference, Imprints of Honor’s Special Event Manager, Karla Gonzalez, had the opportunity to address youth delegates. She shared how to start a program at their school or become an independent contributor.
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Become an Independent Contributor with Imprints of Honor®! No chapter at your school? You can still honor a veteran, preserve a legacy and be part of something bigger than yourself. Learn more: imprintsofhonor.org/independ…
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Today is Gold Star Family Day. Every story we preserve is told by the veteran who lived it, except when it can't be. Some stories are carried by a mother. A widow. A brother whose biggest hero was his sibling. To the families holding these stories: We are listening.
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