Although I have not had any direct contact with Snowball Express the last few years the things they were doing for Military Families was world class. Since the Gary Sense Foundation took over Snowball Express I do not believe that same world class service to Military Families has changed. Hope to make it back to Snowball Express soon.
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I have been volunteering with Snowball Express for over 5 years now. What they continue to do day in and day out to ensure that the families of fallen service members are not forgotten is amazing. Being at many of their events you can see it on the families faces especially the kids that Snowball they appreciate what is being done for them at these events.
My two grandchildren lost their mother 3 years ago from a road side bomb. They have both enjoyed being picked up by chartered American Airlines plane and flown to Dallas to take part in Snowball Express. The biggest benefit has been having them partake in Snowball activities with all the other children who have the same or similar experiences.
I get to help our local USO host area Gold Star families while they wait for their plane to arrive for this awesome event! As a military brat & military spouse it warms my heart to see the bonds created between the Gold Star children & adults because of Snowball Express. I'm so thankful these families have a chance to connect with others who know their pain & understaned what they are going through! My dad is a Vietnam-era vet, so we know how those guys & their families were mistreated. It blesses my heart to see the special honor given these families by our local communtiy, loving on them & reminding them that they are not forgotten! One day I hope to volunteer for the event in TX.
Thank You Snowball Express!!! [That's me in the green costume in the attached pictures.]
Snowball Express is an amazing way for families to come together to celebrate and remember their loved ones we have lost. They let the kids have a chance to be a kid again and enjoy life. They treat everyone with respect and admiration. The volunteers are the most amazing part, they are so thankful to be a part of this experience each year. We are so thankful for Snowball!
It brings people, and children together who have lost a loved one since 9/11. The are probably some of the best, caring people I've ever met. My kids love them
My father was KIA in Vietnam 5 months before I was born . As I grew up always felt isolation,and a mix of emotions, most people don't understand. Sure wish I could have had this when I NEEDED. Got my first road bike almost two years ago , immediately joined Patriot guard , then Legion Riders . Patriot Gaurd has really helped me a lot . seeing the love among these Gold Star families has helped me find a inner peace . Love serving Patriot Gaurd especially the feel good missions . God bless all involved NEVER FORGOTTEN
As a family who attended for the first time, as overwhelming as it was seing so many people there for the same reasons, we felt at home, at peace and my son had a blast, snowball has been a huge part of our lives during the big event and also during the snowflake events thru out the year. i canot express enough how thankful we are to be able to attend and maintain friendships with other families for life, we are bonded forever by our grief but we continue to grow and live our lives with great memories of our loved ones. thank you!