For all Veterans interested in participating, the flight, ground transportation, wheelchairs, meals and other necessities are free of charge. Local volunteers, or guardians, will accompany the Veterans on the trip to assist with any physical or health needs and limitations.

Louisiana HonorAir will provide one-day trips beginning in 2007. The participants will travel by chartered aircraft from Lafayette, LA to Reagan Washington National Airport, where they board motor coaches and travel to the Washington Mall to tour the World War II Memorial and enjoy a box lunch. There will also be an opportunity to tour the Korean War Veterans, Vietnam Veterans, and Iwo Jima Memorials, if time permits. The Veterans will also visit Arlington National Cemetery and lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and then a return flight the same night.

If you are a Veteran or know a Veteran who may be interested in making this trip, please email the Community Foundation of Acadiana from the contact page. Veterans are asked to leave a name and phone number where they can be reached.

All World War II Veterans who are physically able to travel are encouraged to participate in this event. Veterans may call now to be placed on a waiting list for the 2008 trips.