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Support Capital District Patriot Flight Inc.

Honoring America’s Hometown Heroes — Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

The continued mission of Capital District Patriot Flight Inc. depends entirely upon the ongoing generosity of patriotic individuals, local businesses, and community organizations. It is only through your financial support that our World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, post-Vietnam, and Desert Shield/Storm veterans receive their once-in-a-lifetime, all-expense-paid flight to Washington, D.C. to visit the national memorials built in their honor.

When you give, you make a tax-deductible investment in a profound experience that deeply touches the lives of those who sacrificed so much for our freedoms. All contributions directly benefit local Capital Region veterans—and every dollar stays right here in our community.

The Realities of Modern Flight Costs

In recent years, the cost of operating an Honor Flight mission has nearly doubled due to rising charter aircraft fuel, ground transportation in Washington, D.C., and event logistics.

  • $60,000 — Total cost to operate a single Patriot Flight mission.

  • $550–$600 — Average cost to send one local veteran on their all-expense-paid day of honor.

  • $50 — Provides a full day of meals, snacks, and hydration for a veteran during the mission.

Every single donation, regardless of size, helps bridge the gap to ensure no local hero ever receives a bill for their day of honor.

Ways to Give

1. Donate Online via PayPal

Make a fast, secure online donation using a credit card, debit card, or PayPal account.

2. Donate by Mail

If you prefer to contribute by check, please make checks payable to Patriot Flight Inc. and mail to:

Capital District Patriot Flight Inc.

P.O. Box 13776

Albany, NY 12212-3776

3. Corporate Sponsorships & Business Partnerships

We offer structured corporate sponsorship opportunities with tier recognition for local businesses and community organizations looking to sponsor partial or entire flight seats. Please reach out to our team directly or see our [Sponsorship Opportunities Packet] for details.

Tax-Deductible Status

Patriot Flight Inc. is a 501(c)(3) all-volunteer, non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by federal law. Contributors should consult their tax advisor concerning specific tax benefits.

Thank you for your compassionate support and commitment to serving those who served us!

Freedom is still expensive

It still costs money, it still cost blood

It still calls for courage and endurance,

Not only in soldiers, but in every man and woman

Who is Free and who is determined to remain Free

Harry S. Truman

Donations Welcome:

Mission 32 Sponsorship Goal $55,000

85 %

To Honor our Veterans next April this bar needs to be filled by 1MAR2027. God Bless America

Mission 68 – 100 Veteran Seats Available

68-100 filled - We must get this to 80 by MAR2027 for the mission

Next Flight

Mission 32 April 2027 (See in the News Below)

Contact

Patriot Flight Inc.
PO Box 13776
Albany, NY 12212-3776

Application Submissions: PatriotFlight.Applications@gmail.com

Sean Lyons: President (518) 872-0812
lyonssean@ymail.com

Ed Hake: Vice President (518) 542-1811
patriotflight.ehake@gmail.com

Jennifer Lyons, Treasurer (518) 588-5289
jenniferlyons63@yahoo.com

Holly Hake: Director, Mail Call:
firemanedsgirl@aol.com