Prior Events
RHS presents annual Patriot’s Memorial events to raise much needed monies to support military members, first responders and families of the fallen. Learn more about each year’s event here on our Prior Events page.
You can be part of our future, by sponsoring our next event. Donations are accepted year round!
2017 Patriot Day Memorial Breakfast
Florida rose strong October 20, 2017. Having been postponed thanks to Hurricane Irma, some 400 community, military and civic leaders communed to honor, remember and support our military heroes, first responders and their families.
We are thankful to our incredible speakers and heroes, and to the generosity of so many of our attendees and sponsors. You truly are making a huge difference in the lives of local beneficiaries.
Due to the rescheduling of the event following Hurricane Irma, our original guest speaker, Vice Admiral Sean A. Pybus regretted that he was unable to attend. We were honored to welcome General Votel, Commander of USCENTCOM, who gave an incredible speech as our guest speaker for the 2017 Patriot Day Memorial Event.
This year’s event was special for many reasons. We are honored to announce that Jo Brower received the Distinguished Public Service Award, presented by General Votel. It was a great honor and moving moment.
This year, our beneficiaries include Gold Shield Foundation, Warrior to Warrior, and Stay in Step.
We will report back soon with photos!
Guest Speaker: General Joseph L. Votel, USCENTCOM
Three Star Sponsor: Great Bay Distributors
The 2017 program guide features letters of support from community leaders and military members, details of the many generous companies and individuals whose support make the annual event and crucial work of our beneficiaries possible.
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2016 Patriot Day Memorial Dinner
On September 11, 2016, over 600 community members, leaders and heroes came together in remembrance of those individuals lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. 15 years has passed since that day, and on this, RHS’ 5th Annual Patriot’s Day Memorial Event, we gathered not just to remember and honor those who gave all, but to support organizations that are making a difference to injured first responders and military members, and families of the fallen. We are thankful to our incredible speakers from the community, and to our guest speaker, Rear Admiral Sonny Masso, who shared his first-hand experience of being at the Pentagon on 9/11. We thank our event sponsors, and each business and individual who sponsored a Hero table, purchased a ticket, and donated to the cause. Your generosity helped us fill the the St. Petersburg Coliseum and to raise over $100,000 for our three beneficiaries: Paws for Patriots, Special Operation Warrior Foundation, and the Gold Shield Foundation.
Guest Speaker: Rear Admiral Sonny Masso
Three Star Sponsor: Schmidt Investors of South Florida
Please view the 2016 program guide to read letters from community leaders and military members, and to view all the generous companies and individuals whose support make the annual event and crucial work of our beneficiaries possible.
View 2016 Program Guide 
2015 Patriot Day Memorial Breakfast
The 4th annual Patriot’s Day Memorial Breakfast was a moving event that brought together our community to remember, honor and support our local heroes and their families. Attendees heard a series of powerful speeches, including a talk from Justin Beal, whose team provided Critical Incident Stress Management services to first responders at the crash site of Flight 93. More than 600 attendees and local heroes–be they military members, first responders, fire fighters, public safety officials and family members of the fallen–mingled together and shared their patriotism and support. We once again filled the St. Petersburg Coliseum and raised $105,000 for our three beneficiaries: Paws for Patriots, Special Operation Warrior Foundation, and the Gold Shield Foundation.
Guest Speaker: Justin Beal, BCD, LCSW
Community Emergency Response Team, Flight 93
Commander and Chief Sponsor: Bill Edwards
Please view the 2015 program guide to read letters from community leaders and military members, and to view all the generous companies and individuals whose support make the annual event and crucial work of our beneficiaries possible.
2014 Patriot Day Memorial Breakfast
600 individuals—including RHS Heroes, sponsors and community members—attended the 2014 Patriot Day Memorial Breakfast. The powerful event was held at the St. Petersburg Coliseum and raised $120,000 for our three beneficiaries: Paws for Patriots, Special Operation Warrior Foundation, and the Gold Shield Foundation.
In May of this year, RHS lost its co-founder and President, John Stross. John’s shared vision and hard work since founding the organization in 2012 lives on as RHS grows and provides support to more and more military members, first responders and their families.
Guest Speaker: General Jim Mattis –
USMC Former USCENTCOM Commander
Commander and Chief Sponsor: Bill Edwards
Please view the 2014 program guide to read letters from community leaders and military members, and to view all the generous companies and individuals whose support make the annual event and crucial work of our beneficiaries possible.
View 2014 Program Guide
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Featured image: General Mattis with WWII Heroes
Remember Honor Support will honor the 15th anniversary of 9/11 with a Patriot’s Day Memorial Dinner on 9/11/16.
Would you like to be a Sponsor our next event? Multiple options are available. Register online today!
The need does not go away…you can contribute year-round on our Donate page!
Contact us if you have a question.
Thank you for generously supporting the Remember Honor Support and its beneficiaries!
2013 Patriot Day Memorial Breakfast
Held at the St. Petersburg Colliseum, the 2013 event raised $150,000 for our three beneficiaries: Paws for Patriots, Special Operation Warrior Foundation, and the Gold Shield Foundation.
Guest Speaker: Michael Fineo – “Why Me?”
Commander and Chief Sponsor: Bill Edwards
Please view the 2013 program guide to read letters from community leaders and military members, and to view all the generous companies and individuals whose support made the event and crucial work of our beneficiaries possible.
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Featured image: Mayor Foster
2012 Patriot Day Memorial Breakfast
The inaugural RHS event was held at the Vinoy Renaissance Hotel and raised $70,000 for our then two beneficiaries: Paws for Patriots, Special Operation Warrior Foundation.
Guest Speaker: Keni Thomas – “Train as You Fight. Fight as You Train. Lead by Example.”
5 Star (Chief): Bill Edwards
Please view the 2012 program guide to read letters from community leaders and military members, and to view all the generous companies and individuals whose support made the event and crucial work of our beneficiaries possible.
View 2012 Program Guide
View 2012 Gallery
Featured image: Medal of Honor recipients
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The need does not go away…please donate year round on our Donate page!
Thank you for generously supporting the Remember Honor Support and its beneficiaries!