Ben Jackson Foundation Announces June 2026 Travel Award Recipients
The Ben Jackson Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its June 2026 Travel Awards, continuing its commitment to supporting young military service members and strengthening the family connections that help them thrive.
Military service often requires individuals to spend months—or even years—away from home. While these men and women serve our country with dedication and honor, the separation from family, friends, and support networks can be one of the most difficult challenges they face. Through the Travel Awards program, the Ben Jackson Foundation helps ease that burden by providing financial assistance that makes meaningful visits home possible.
Each month, the Foundation has the privilege of helping service members reconnect with the people who matter most. Whether it’s attending a family celebration, meeting a new child, spending time with aging parents, or simply enjoying a few days of normalcy with loved ones, these reunions create lasting memories and provide invaluable emotional support.
“One of the greatest gifts we can give our service members is the opportunity to spend quality time with family,” said Wenesday Traylor, Board Member of the Ben Jackson Foundation. “These Travel Awards are a reminder that their sacrifices are recognized and appreciated by communities across the country.”
The June 2026 award recipients represent the dedication, resilience, and commitment that define our nation’s military. While each recipient’s story is unique, they all share a common bond—a willingness to serve something greater than themselves.
The Ben Jackson Foundation extends its sincere gratitude to the donors, volunteers, and supporters who make these awards possible. Every contribution directly impacts the lives of military families and helps strengthen the connections that sustain our service members during challenging times.
As the Foundation continues its mission throughout 2026, it remains focused on honoring Ben Jackson’s legacy through acts of compassion, generosity, and support for those who serve.
Congratulations to our June 2026 Travel Award recipients. We thank you for your service and are honored to play a small role in helping you reconnect with the people who support you every step of the way.
To learn more about the Ben Jackson Foundation, support our mission, or apply for future Travel Awards, please explore our website and follow our ongoing efforts to serve military families across the nation.
Congratulations to our June 2026 Awardees
- Brown, Jamal (Air Force): Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma to Yallahs
- Chavez Ruiz, Rudy (Marine Corps): Camp Hansen, Japan to California
- Green, Sienna (Air Force): Andersen Air Force Base, Guam to Virginia
- Halstead, Johnathan (Air Force): Misawa Air Base, Japan to Alabama
- Hollings, Elijah (Air Force): Aviano Air Base, Italy to Mississippi
- Jaleco, Dave (Air Force): Francis E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming to Region 6
- Lee, Kendra (Army): Fort Bragg, North Carolina to Texas
- Mccreary, Hannah (Air Force): RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom to Alaska
- Mears, Evin (Air Force): Andersen Air Force Base, Guam to Missouri
- Anonymous (Air Force): Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany to Texas
- Puckett, Chase (Air Force): Osan Air Base, South Korea to Maryland
- Santos, Fiorella (Air Force): Andersen Air Force Base, Guam to New Jersey
- Tello, Bonnie (Air Force): Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska to California
