Imprints of Honor

The book reception for Since You Asked® XXII Edition 2 was filled with meaningful conversations and proud moments shared between students and veterans. See all the memorable moments from the event here: photos.app.goo.gl/QG3GS1YD8uz7pC…

This Mother’s Day, we honor all mothers and mother figures who shape lives with love, strength, and guidance. From the stories passed down through generations to the lessons that stay with us, their impact is lasting and deeply meaningful.

We were honored to host the Since You Asked® XXII Edition 1 book reception. THANK YOU to Community Partners: @AZVETS , Jim and Pam Hall, @TriWest Twiford Foundation, and @WellsFargo Want to relive the event? Check out the photos here! photos.app.goo.gl/on85AwUfpBBX7K…

Congratulations to our three outstanding Imprints of Honor seniors who were awarded @AVHOFS scholarships: - Isabella Arvidson, Sunrise Mountain High School -  Jena Lee, Hamilton High School -  Madison Lynn Plante, Payson High School Thank you AVHOFS!

The wait is over—Since You Asked® XXII is here! We’re proud to share 272 powerful veteran stories across 3 editions, written by students from 27 schools, alumni, and independent contributors. Be a part of keeping these stories alive! Get your copy imprintsofhonor.org/SYA

On 4/16, IOH PC's Sarah Johnson and Hannah Bittle attended the Congressional Medal of Honor Society Character Development Program Workshop. The event was an opportunity to connect with educators, Medal of Honor Recipient Leroy Petry, and strengthen our ongoing partnership.

Thank you to the Auxiliary and Members of American Legion Post 34 for inviting Imprints of Honor students to the Marine Corps–Law Enforcement Foundation (MC-LEF) Gathering of Heroes event at their post. We were so honored to be in attendance!

Join us as we honor the veterans of Since You Asked® XXII and celebrate the achievements of our students! Edition 1-Sunday, April 26, 2026 and Edition II-Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 1-4 pm at the Scottsdale Stadium Fieldhouse. imprintsofhonor.org/bookreception.

During the Korean War, Arden Rowley spent 33 months in five different POW camps, overcoming sickness, hunger, and freezing cold conditions. Read his story of faith and survival in the Since You Asked® 20th anniversary ebook. Download the eBook on Amazon: a.co/d/7tqGxmh

Plan now to start an Imprints of Honor Chapter at your Arizona School for the coming school year. Connect with our program team at info@imprintsofhonor.org or 602-218-4036 by May 15. Learn about the program at imprintsofhonor.org/chapter-program

Real stories from those who served. Thank you to veteran Joe Brett for sharing their experience doing an interview with one of our chapter schools. His story helps students understand what service truly means.t

On 4/11, the Veteran's Ministry at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church hosted Col. James Kelsey, US Army, Retired at their Veterans Breakfast event, where he shared his service stories to a room full of fellow veterans. Want to host a veteran speaker?  imprintsofhonor.org/index.php/insp….

Thank you, Thunderbird Artists, for your generosity in donating 25% of admission & wine tasting proceeds from the November, January, and March festivals—totaling nearly $25,000—to help us Connect Students with Veterans™! Your partnership since 2023 has been vital to our mission

Whispering words of comfort to patients in a C-130 flying from Afghanistan to Germany, Col. Deborah Lehker cared for wounded soldiers suffering horrific injuries of war. Read her story of compassion and strength in the Since You Asked® 20th anniversary ebook.

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! At Imprints of Honor, we celebrate the dedicated volunteers who help preserve our nation’s heritage — veterans, students, educators, chapter advocates, board, and committee members. 🇺🇸 Thank you 🙏

This morning we visited the Wall that Heals, a traveling exhibit of the Vietnam Wall currently on display in Surprise, Arizona. The exhibit and mobile education center is open until noon tomorrow. It is worth the drive! thewallthatheals2026.surpriseaz.gov

April 9 commemorates the 1942 surrender of American forces on the Bataan Peninsula. America is indebted to former POWs & their families, for their courage. Imprints of Honor is grateful to have preserved the legacies of many former POWs from World War II, Korea, and Vietnam.

The Sunrise Mountain High School Chapter is participating in Arizona Gives Day! Established in 2023, the chapter has interviewed 24 veterans so far and hosted veteran speaker series events to share powerful veteran stories with the entire student body. azgives.org/story/smhsioh

Tax season is a great time to explore smart giving—bequests, IRA gifts, QCDs, stocks, Donor-Advised Funds, or life insurance policies can reduce taxable income or satisfy Required Minimum Distributions for those 70½+. imprintsofhonor.planned.gifts/free-estate-pl…

18 Brophy chapter students returned from Brophy’s first trip to the Hawaiian island of Oahu. Students participated in service with veterans, community conversations, Mass, and reflection activities, connecting faith, history, wellness, and leadership.