TAPS Press Releases
2023
October 25, 2023: Gillette Launches New NFL Salute To Service Razor In Support Of Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
September 25, 2023: TAPS Leads Advocacy Week on the Hill to Secure Congressional Support for Surviving Military Families
July 12, 2023: TAPS Family Receives 2024 Chevrolet Trax at MLB All-Star Week
June 20, 2023: TAPS, SSAFA Team Up to Bring Hope and Healing to UK, US Military Families
March 21, 2023: Rep. Dean Phillips Honored for Commitment to Surviving Military Families
March 21, 2023: U.S. Army CW4 Clavis “Carl” Gilbert Named TAPS Military Mentor of the Year
2022
July 29, 2022: TAPS Celebrates Gold Star Children's Day
April 29, 2022: TAPS Honors Congressmen Mark Takano and Mike Bost
March 18, 2022: TAPS Ukraine Providing Food, Medicine, Relief for Those in Need
March 15, 2022: Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors Receives $100,000 Gift From The Teton Ridge Foundation
2021
September 16, 2021: The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Celebrates the Introduction of the Gold Star Families Remembrance Week Resolution
September 3, 2021: TAPS and Parsons Team Up for the 14th Annual TAPS Golf Outing
July 29, 2021: The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Celebrates the Establishment of Gold Star Children’s Day
March 16, 2021: TAPS Releases 2020 Impact Report
January 18, 2021: TAPS Families of Fallen Military To Participate in Presidential Inauguration Parade
~ Press Release by Presidential Inaugural Committee
2020
December 10, 2020: Angela Blank Receives TAPS Guardian Angel Award and Joins TAPS Honorary Board
October 23, 2020: ABC News Correspondent Kyra Phillips to Join TAPS Board of Directors
October 23, 2020: Tech Entrepreneur and Army Veteran Aaron Newman to Join TAPS Board of Directors
July 7, 2020: New Sinema Bill Supports Families of Deceased Veterans ~ Press Release by Senator Kyrsten Sinema
June 19, 2020: The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors Participates in Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Toxic Exposure Roundtable
May 14, 2020: The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors Opens its Doors to the American People
April 15, 2020: Congressman Kim Leads Bipartisan Effort to Lower Prescription Drugs Costs for Veterans During Coronavirus Crisis ~ Press Release by Congressman Andy Kim
April 8, 2020: TAPS Applauds Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, Calls on the Department of Defense to Activate the National Guard Under Title 32
March 25, 2020: Responding to the Coronavirus: TAPS Extends Virtual Services for Families Grieving Deaths of a Military Loved One
March 24, 2020: Carrying On: Tips for Helping the Bereaved in a Time of Uncertainty
March 9, 2020: U.S. Air Force Captain Nathaniel Lee Named 2020 Recipient of the Senator Ted Stevens Leadership Award
February 27, 2020: TAPS and “Bandstand” Offer Surviving Military Families Night at the National Theatre
February 26, 2020: Air Force Master Sergeant Melissa Simpson Named TAPS Military Mentor of the Year
February 20, 2020: Families of Fallen Military Heroes Gather in Dallas for Weekend of Hope and Healing
February 5, 2020: TAPS Celebrates the end of the Widow's Tax at Event on Capitol Hill
2019
October 14, 2019: TAPS Marks 25 Years of Caring for the Families of Our Nation’s Fallen Heroes
October 7, 2019: Families of Military Members Lost to Suicide Gather in Phoenix to Find Hope, Healing and Connection
September 19, 2019: Premier Nashville Songwriters Come Together in Colorado Springs to Benefit Families of Fallen Military Heroes
September 10, 2019: Families of Fallen American Military Heroes Gather in Florida for Weekend of Hope and Healing
September 6, 2019: TAPS President and Founder Bonnie Carroll Honored with Fifth Annual Leo K. Thorsness Leadership Award
September 3, 2019: Media Advisory: Suicide Prevention Experts Available for Interview
July 25, 2019: Battelle Sponsors TAPS Midwest Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp in Ohio
July 22, 2019: TAPS Hosts ‘College Experience’ Program for Teenage Children of America’s Fallen Military Heroes
July 16, 2019: Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine to Host Surviving Military Families with TAPS in Las Vegas
July 10, 2019: Families of Fallen American Military Heroes Gather in California for Weekend of Hope and Healing
July 9, 2019: TAPS Names USAA Executive Brandon Carter to Board of Directors
June 26, 2019: TAPS Names U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Joseph Anderson to Board of Directors
May 20, 2019: TAPS to Welcome Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes for Memorial Day Weekend Events in Washington
May 20, 2019: Media Advisory: Surviving Military Families Storm Capitol Hill to Push for End to "Widow's Tax"
May 17, 2019: Media Advisory: TAPS to Host Expert Panel on Toxic Exposure Illnesses in the Military
May 15, 2019: New PSA Raises Awareness of Bereaved Military Families Around Memorial Day
April 8, 2019: Young Adult Gold Star Children in NYC for Experiential Learning Tour
April 4, 2019: Detroit Lions to Provide Educational Scholarships to TAPS Children of Fallen Military Heroes
April 2, 2019: Express Scripts Partners with TAPS to Provide Critical Support Services to Surviving Military Families
March 27, 2019: Families of Fallen American Military Heroes Gather in Colorado for a Weekend of Hope and Healing
March 26, 2019: Nation’s Public-Private Partnership for Suicide Prevention to Hold Timely Press Call with Leading Suicide Prevention Experts
March 18, 2019: New Partnership with FCA Foundation Enables TAPS to Expand Care for Families of Fallen Military Heroes
March 14, 2019: Wounded Warrior Project Announces Support for TAPS and Vietnam Veterans of America
March 11, 2019: Families of Fallen American Military Heroes Gather in Texas for Weekend of Hope and Healing
March 1, 2019: TAPS Families of Fallen Military Heroes Come Together at Iditarod Race in Alaska
February 26, 2019: Family Members of Fallen Military Heroes Come Together for TAPS Retreat in Alaska
February 22, 2019: Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Suicide Team Experts Available for Commentary on Mental Health Issues Addressed in "A Star Is Born"
February 19, 2019: TAPS to Present 2019 Ted Stevens Leadership Award to Angel Pansini
February 13, 2019: Retired Marine Corps Captain Kevin Penn to be Named TAPS 2019 Military Mentor of the Year
February 11, 2019: TAPS for Hope Bracelet to Be Included in "Everyone Wins" Nominee Gift Bag
February 8, 2019: Honor Guard Gala to Mark TAPS Silver Anniversary
February 4, 2019: TAPS for Hope Bracelet to Be Included in Official GRAMMY® Gift Bag
January 23, 2019: TAPS Families of Fallen Military Heroes to Attend 2019 NFL Pro Bowl
January 22, 2019: TAPS Receives New Recognition as a Top Charity for Volunteer Engagement and Donor Transparency
2018
November 15, 2018: Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes Heal Together at TAPS Camp in Washington
October 30, 2018: Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes Gather in New Jersey for a Weekend of Hope and Healing
October 24, 2018: TAPS Partners with NFL to Bring Together Bereaved Military Families from the U.S. and U.K.
October 16, 2018: Mothers Who Have Lost a Child in the Armed Forces Gather in Charleston
October 15, 2018: TAPS to Travel to Australia to Participate in Invictus Games
October 2, 2018: TAPS 10th Annual Gathering of Military Suicide Loss Survivors
September 25, 2018: Parents of Fallen Military Service Members Come Together in Hawaii
September 20, 2018: TAPS Celebrates Senate Resolution to Establish "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week"
September 19, 2018: Military Families Who Have Lost a Loved One to Suicide Gather in Florida to Find Hope, Healing and Connection
September 18, 2018: TAPS Applauds Legislation to Guarantee Death Gratuity Payments for All Families of Active Duty Military Casualties
September 18, 2018: TAPS to Participate in Library of Congress Gold Star Legacy Panel
September 11, 2018: Men Grieving the Loss of a Fallen Service Member Come Together to Heal in Montana
September 4, 2018: Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes Gather in Denver for a Weekend of Hope and Healing
August 28, 2018: Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes Heal Together at TAPS Camp in Texas
August 28, 2018: Suicide Prevention Experts Available for Interview
August 27, 2018: Country Music Stars Come to Colorado Springs For Inaugural Event Benefiting the Families of Fallen Military Heroes
August 27, 2018: Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes Come Together in West Virginia
July 30, 2018: TAPS Partners with Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation to Better Serve Children of America’s Fallen Military Service Members
July 17, 2018: Battelle Sponsors TAPS Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp in Ohio
July 17, 2018: Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes to Connect at TAPS Retreat in California
July 17, 2018: TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing Announces Summer Event Schedule
July 16, 2018: Bonnie Carroll Recognized by Birdland Community Hero Program
July 6, 2018: TAPS Launches 'College Experience' Program for Teenage Children of America's Fallen Military Heroes
July 2, 2018: Los Angeles Dodgers to Celebrate Independence Day with TAPS and the Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes
July 2, 2018: New York Yankees to Celebrate July 4th with TAPS and the Children of America’s Fallen Military Heroes at 'Field of Dreams'
June 28, 2018: TAPS Families Connect at Healing Retreat in Montana Big Sky Country
June 26, 2018: TAPS Holds California Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp for Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes
June 26, 2018: TAPS Sibling Retreat Provides Hope and Healing in Atlanta
June 25, 2018: Media Advisory: The TAPS Institute for Hope and Healing Hosts Live Webinar on Wednesday, June 27, 2018
June 5, 2018: Adult Children of America’s Fallen Military Heroes to Connect at TAPS Retreat in Austin
June 4, 2018: Families of America’s Fallen Heroes Gather in Washington, D.C. to Honor Loved Ones and Celebrate Memorial Day
May 23, 2018: MEDIA ADVISORY: TAPS 24th National Military Survivor Seminar Honors Our Nation's Fallen Heroes Over Memorial Day Weekend
May 16, 2018: TAPS to Welcome Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes for Memorial Day Weekend Events in Washington
May 9, 2018: Boeing Partners with TAPS to Provide Critical Support to Military Families Coping with Grief and Loss
May 1, 2018: Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes to Connect at TAPS Retreat in Chicago
April 24, 2018: Texas Family of Fallen Hero to Participate in 2018 NFL Draft
April 18, 2018: TAPS to Lead Sessions at AAS 51st Annual Conference, Co-Host 30th Annual Healing After Suicide Loss Conference with AAS and AFSP
April 18, 2018: TAPS and Home Base Partner to Provide Intensive Trauma Support to Surviving Military Family Members Who Lost a Loved One to Suicide
April 10, 2018: TAPS Invited to be Part of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Wedding Celebrations on May 19
April 10, 2018: TAPS Families Connect at Daytona Retreat
April 9, 2018: Young Adult Children of America’s Fallen Military Heroes in New York City for Experiential Learning Tour
April 3, 2018: Grieving Military Families Find Hope, Healing at TAPS Parents Retreat in Nashville
March 27, 2018: Ashlynne Haycock from TAPS Named to HillVets 100
March 8, 2018: TAPS Annual Honor Guard Gala Honors the Service of Fallen Military Members, Rallies Support for the Families They Left Behind
Feb. 27, 2018: Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes to Connect at TAPS Alaska Widows’ Retreat
Feb. 20, 2018: TAPS Statement on Military Burn Pit Court Decision
Feb. 20, 2018: Texas Regional Military Survivor Seminar and Good Grief Camp Brings Together Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes
Feb. 14, 2018: Jon Stewart Joins TAPS to Launch New Institute for Hope and Healing in Arlington
Feb. 13, 2018: TAPS to Present 2018 Senator Ted Stevens Leadership Award to Ashlyn McCain
Feb. 13, 2018: Army Capt. John Rhoten to be Named TAPS 2018 Mentor of the Year
Feb. 1, 2018: TAPS Partners with the Cohen Veterans Network to Provide Specialized Mental Health Support to Save Lives
Jan. 30, 2018: TAPS to Recognize Gary Sinise’s Dedication to the Families of America’s Fallen Heroes at Annual Honor Guard Gala
Jan. 23, 2018: Families of Fallen Military Heroes to Attend 2018 Pro Bowl
Jan. 18, 2018: Thornberry to Accept 2018 TAPS Honor Guard Gala Congressional Award
Jan. 18, 2018: Goldfein to Accept TAPS 2018 Honor Guard Gala Military Award on Behalf of America's Airmen
2017
Dec. 12, 2017: TAPS Families to Join Wreaths Across America to Place Holiday Wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery
Dec. 6, 2017: VA Appoints Ashlynne Haycock to Veterans’ Advisory Committee on Education
Nov. 28, 2017: TAPS San Diego Regional Seminar and Good Grief Camp Brings Together Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes
Nov. 28, 2017: TAPS Partners with Wounded Warrior Project and Vietnam Veterans of America to Increase Understanding of Toxic Exposure in the Military
Nov. 9, 2017: Families of Fallen Heroes to Participate in NFL ‘Salute to Service’ Events Across the Country During Veterans’ Day Weekend
Nov. 8, 2017: TAPS Honored as 2017 Top-Rated Nonprofit
Nov. 7, 2017: TAPS to Host Retreat for Surviving Widows and Children of America’s Fallen Military Heroes in Georgia
Oct. 30, 2017: Finding Hope, Healing at TAPS Parents Retreat in Albuquerque
Oct. 19, 2017: TAPS Honors Fallen Heroes at 42nd Annual Marine Corps Marathon
Oct. 17, 2017: TAPS Statement on Presidential Condolences to the Families of the Fallen
Oct. 3, 2017: Families Who Have Lost a Loved One to Military Suicide Gather in Phoenix to Find Hope, Healing and Connection
Sept. 27, 2017: TAPS to Host Panel Discussion on Military Survivor Benefits for Capitol Hill Staff
Sept. 20, 2017: TAPS Families Find Hope and Healing at Colorado Dude Ranch Retreat
Sept. 20, 2017: Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes to Connect at TAPS Boston Widows’ Retreat
Sept. 12, 2017: TAPS Families Connect at Retreat in Big Sky Country
Aug. 23, 2017: TAPS, Defense Suicide Prevention Office Sign Formal Memorandum of Understanding
Aug. 22, 2017: Parents Find Hope, Healing at TAPS Retreat in Atlanta
Aug. 16, 2017: Surviving Military Family Members to Benefit from Forever GI Bill
Aug. 16, 2017: TAPS to Speak at The American Legion’s National Convention
Aug. 9, 2017: TAPS Partners with Home Base to Provide Intensive Trauma Support to Surviving Military Family Members
Aug. 8, 2017: Surviving Wives, Fiancées, Mothers, Sisters and Daughters to Gather at TAPS Washington Women’s Empowerment Retreat
Aug. 7, 2017: Bonnie Carroll Receives 2017 Robert M. Yerkes Award
Aug. 2, 2017: TAPS to Present Landmark Study at APA’s 125th Annual Convention
Aug. 1, 2017: TAPS to Lead Sessions at 2017 DoD/VA Suicide Prevention Conference
July 26, 2017: VFW Names TAPS Founder and President Recipient of 2017 Citizenship Award
July 25, 2017: TAPS to Host Retreat for Surviving Families of America’s Fallen Military Heroes in Tennessee
July 19, 2017: Families of America’s Fallen Heroes Find Hope, Healing in Nature at TAPS Family Campout
July 17, 2017: TAPS Statement of Support for the Forever GI Bill
July 14, 2017: TAPS Among VSO Participants in Education Roundtable Event on Capitol Hill
July 12, 2017: TAPS Receives 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
July 12, 2017: TAPS to Welcome Families of America’s Fallen Heroes to Texas Regional Survivor Seminar & Good Grief Camp
July 11, 2017: TAPS Names Steve Cannon to Board of Directors
June 29, 2017: New York Yankees to Celebrate Nation’s Birthday with TAPS and the Children of America’s Fallen Military Heroes at 'Field of Dreams'
June 20, 2017: Military Widows, Fiancées and Significant Others to Honor Loved Ones at Special TAPS Gathering in Germany
June 15, 2017: TAPS Hosts Southern California Good Grief Campout for Children of America’s Fallen Military
June 2, 2017: TAPS Hosts More Than 2,000 Surviving Family Members for Weekend of Remembrance, Hope and Healing
May 16, 2017: TAPS to Welcome Families of America's Fallen Military Heroes for Memorial Day Weekend Events in Washington
April 14, 2017: "Land of the Free" book signing event to raise funds for veterans and Gold Star Family organizations
April 13, 2017: At Annual Honor Guard Gala, TAPS Remembers our Fallen Service Members and Honors the Families They Left Behind
April 12, 2017: TAPS, Department of Veterans Affairs Sign Formal Memorandum of Agreement
April 6, 2017: TAPS Joins Vice President Pence in White House Meeting to Recognize Gold Star Spouses Day
March 30, 2017: TAPS Expedition Receives Grant to Help Surviving Family Members of America’s Fallen Heroes as they Navigate Grief Journey
March 28, 2017: TAPS to Host Families of America's Fallen Heroes at Colorado Regional Survivor Seminar & Good Grief Camp
March 22, 2017: Army Staff Sgt. Daniel Davenport to be Named TAPS 2017 Mentor of the Year
March 15, 2017: TAPS to Present 2017 Senator Ted Stevens Leadership Award to Gold Star Daughter Jaclyn Mariano
March 14, 2017: TAPS Brings Together Families of America's Fallen Heroes at Chicago Regional Seminar & Good Grief Camp
March 10, 2017: TAPS Receives Grant to Help Meet Increased Demand for Youth Services
March 1, 2017: TAPS Thanks President Trump for Recognizing the Sacrifices of Military Families During Address
February 22, 2017: TAPS Honor Guard Gala to recognize NBA, USA Basketball's Support for Families of America's Fallen Heroes
January 30, 2017: New research reveals peer-based connection supports healing, growth after loss
January 25, 2017: NFL grant enables 16 Military Surviving Families from TAPS to attend 2017 Pro Bowl
January 21, 2017: TAPS Congratulates Dr. David Shulkin on Appointment as Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary
2016
September 27, 2016: Surviving Military Families Suffering Suicide Loss Find Voice with TAPS
September 20, 2016: TAPS Joins Forces with West Point Runners to Honor Families of America's Fallen Heroes
September 6, 2016: TAPS Shares Message of Hope, Help, Healing for National Suicide Prevention Awareness
August 22, 2016: Families of the Fallen Honored at The Barclays
August 18, 2016: Surviving Military Parents, Siblings Find Strength, Connection at TAPS Retreat in Alaska
August 16, 2016: Cannae Named Official Outfitter for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
August 15, 2016: TAPS Recognizes High School Graduates Pursuing College Educations
August 10, 2016: TAPS Atlanta Regional Seminar Brings Together Surviving Military Families
August 9, 2016: Israeli Defense Force Widows and Orphans Organization, TAPS Share United Goal, Support for Families of the Fallen
August 8, 2016: Uber Donates Free Rides to Arlington National Cemetery to TAPS Families