PGRNY Mission Statement
The Patriot Guard Riders of New York is a group of patriots from across the state. We are also members of the national PGR which collectively numbers 246,000 strong. The one thing we have in common is an unwavering respect for our servicemen and women and first responders who have given their all in service to America.
Strictly under invitation, we provide motorcycle escorts and stand flag lines.
In honor of all the Fallen Heroes from New York in 2011, here is a list of those who were killed in action and those who died in active duty. We were invited to ride/stand in honor of every one of these heroes with the exception of Sgt Edward J. Frank who did not have services in NY. May we never forget the cost of freedom.
In addition, we served 182 Veterans, 70 Memorial Services & Special Missions, 57 Welcome Homes/Sendoffs, 14 Parades, 10 Northport VA Visits, 13 NOA (No One in Attendance) Services, 7 World Trade Center Steel Escorts, 15 Honor Flights and 5 Veteran Recovery Program Missions in which we located and interred 39 veterans, 2 spouses and 4 more were returned to their families. Although we would like to list each of the names of those we honored, it is too numerous to list, but you may search the mission archives at any time by clicking the "Completed Missions" link. Three fundraisers were held for our Help on the Homefront Program and we were able to assist several families with needs ranging from food and basic necessities to major home repairs.
As we begin 2012, let us not forget all those who have sacrificed on our behalf. Wishing to you and yours peace and prosperity in the New Year. Thank you to all those who answered the call to serve our heroes and their families and communities.
-PGRNY Board of Directors
Help On The HomefrontOur Help on the Homefront (HOTH) program is a volunteer outreach group providing support to veterans, families of deployed service members, and Gold Star families. 100% of funds designated for the HOTH program is used directly for our heroes and their families. Click here for more info. |
Veteran Recovery ProgramThe mission of the Veteran Recovery Program (VRP) is to locate, identify and inter the unclaimed cremated remains of veterans through the joint efforts of private, state and federal organizations; to provide honor and respect to those who have served this country, by securing a final resting place for these forgotten heroes. |
Tributes (click to expand)
9-11 Tribute
Thank You Soldier - Joe Brucato
A Tribute
Angel Flight
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NY Airport Military Courtesy Rooms
The Gregory J. Harris Military Courtesy Room at the Syracuse Hancock International Airport is a lounge to provide some comfort to our service men and women as they travel through Syracuse. It is one of only a handful of privately funded lounges in this nation. There our service members can relax in more relative comfort than the ordinary airport experience, and volunteers are on hand to offer them assistance with communication or travel plans or whatever they may need. The Patriot Guard Riders support these efforts and are very pleased to report that the benefit held on September 26, 2010 was a huge success!! Thanks to all who supported the benefit!
The Captain John J. McKe
nna Military Courtesy Room at the Albany International Airport is a program which is aimed at supplying service members with a comfortable setting at the airport for recreation and relaxation, providing phone service, internet, media entertainment a nd snacks to every soldier, sailor, airman and marine who are transiting through Albany International Airport. Named in honor of Silver Star recipient US Marine Capt. McKenna, the Patriot Guard Riders were honored to be present at the unveiling of a portrait of Capt. McKenna by Phil Taylor of the American Fallen Soldier Project (pictured at left). Video of the ceremony can be viewed here.
Veteran Recovery Program Services (Video)
