Frequently Asked Questions
Honoring our local veterans of the Global War on Terrorism
The Freedom to Liberty: A Mission of Healing retreat is a special event hosted by the non-profit Missions of Honor geared towards helping our local veterans who served during the Global War on Terrorism heal and find meaning from their service. The mission is a 3-night stay in New York to see the 9/11 Memorial & Museum which stands on Ground Zero, the impetus of the Global War on Terror. The veterans also visit the Statue of Liberty and the Freedom Tower and are visited by distinguished 9/11 First Responders and other special guests.
There is no cost to the veteran; Missions of Honor assumes the cost for airfare, hotel, food, and venues. Some restrictions apply.
The application period is finite and qualified veterans must submit an application during the open application period. A maximum of 60 Veterans will be chosen for each mission We do not keep a waitlist since this special mission is an annual event at this time. Check our home page for more information.
No, not at this time. The special mission is dedicated to eligible veterans living in Wisconsin within the following counties: Brown, Calumet, Door, Florence, Fond du Lac, Forest, Green Lake, Kewaunee, Langlade, Manitowoc, Marinette, Marquette, Menominee, Oconto, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Waushara and Winnebago. Veterans must currently be living in these counties to qualify. However, as the program grows we may open up eligibility, so check back again soon!
You will receive an immediate e-mail response to the e-mail address that was listed on the application. If you do not receive an e-mail your application more than likely did not go through. Common issues could be missing required information or forgetting to click “I am not a robot” button before clicking ‘submit’.
No. Multiple applications will be booted from the system entirely including the original application.
No. This is a veteran only flight. The objective of this trip is to fly as many eligible veterans as possible.
No. Spouses and family members are not eligible.
No. The retreat is solely for our veterans and our venues do not allow for extra participants.
No. Participation on the Freedom to Liberty: A Mission of Healing retreat is limited to the group itinerary. Travelers will not be allowed to make other travel plans outside of the established group function.
This is completely up to you based on your interests. The Freedom to Liberty: A Mission of Healing retreat will include your airfare, ground travel, admissions, most meals and other general expenses will be covered by the organization and its partners. Souvenirs, side trips, housekeeping tips and alcohol are at the veteran’s own expense.
We will be traveling with our physician and a certified mental health professional. Should the situation require a visit to the hospital or other medical facility the veteran’s personal insurance would be billed.
Yes! We will require a redacted, paper copy of your DD 214 prior to the mission.
No, but TSA requires travelers present a valid REAL ID driver’s license or passport to fly beginning in May of 2025, no exceptions.
Yes, you will need a REAL ID driver’s license as required by TSA beginning in May of 2025.
Yes. You know by now that smoking is bad for your health and you should quit. However, smoking is permitted in designated areas and we ask you please be mindful of those around you, including your roommate.
Alcohol is readily available, but we do ask that our participants exercise restraint. Each participant will be required to sign a personal conduct pledge. Our reputation is our most prized asset. Violation of social norms and laws will not be tolerated. Public drunkenness and use of illicit drugs will be among the list of prohibited activities that will result in the early termination of participation in trip.
If you have a certificated service dog, we will make every effort to ensure you are both taken care of. You will be required to vest your dog during our time on the Freedom to Liberty: A Mission of Healing retreat and follow any rules or regulations pertaining to the dog while traveling.
No problem. We will work with you to accommodate your needs.
Missions of Honor is an independent organization established to create new and innovative ways to honor America’s heroes of all ages. Although similar in some ways to Honor Flight, Missions of Honor is not an Honor Flight Network-sanctioned organization and any similarities between the organizations is unintentional and shall not be, in any way, viewed as collaboration between them.
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