On April 11, representative from the Armed Forces Service Center, and 19 other organizations, will travel to the White House for a special "Joining Forces Community Challenge” celebration.
First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden announced the 20 finalists on January 24, as part of the Joining Forces Community Challenge, in an effort to recognize and celebrate citizens, communities and organizations who have demonstrated a deep commitment to service by improving the lives of military families and veterans.
Mrs. Obama and Dr. Biden were inspired by the outstanding work of all the submissions and hope that celebrating the 20 finalists will encourage others to follow their lead and continue to raise awareness about the military family experience.
The 20 finalists recognized were selected from more than 300 submissions, for displaying exemplary support to military families and veterans. The five winners will be announced at the White House on April 11, based on input from a panel of judges; Tom Brokaw, J.R. Martinez, Sloan D. Gibson, Mayor Julian Castro and Deanie Dempsey.
Sun Country Airlines will provide transportation for representatives from the Armed Forces Service Center to attend this once in a lifetime event.
