Salute to the Military
Open to Service Members Permanently Stationed in Alaska
Purchase Tickets Nominate a Civic Leader or Military Spouse
Alaska
Alaska
Open to Service Members Permanently Stationed in Alaska
Purchase Tickets Nominate a Civic Leader or Military SpouseEach year, the ASYMCA Salute to the Military recognizes thirteen exceptional enlisted service members, representing each of the active duty branches, the guard, and the reserve are recognized for their outstanding achievements. Additionally, the Armed Services YMCA of Alaska honors one Alaska Military Spouse of the year and the Bobby Alexander Civic Leader of the Year.
The Annual Salute to the Military got its start in the form of multiple Service Balls hosted by the local Navy League. In 1977, the Navy League, with the support of Senator Ted Stevens, worked with the Armed Services YMCA to create one annual event to honor all service branches and promote community awareness of military performance and service. Since that time, the Annual Salute to the Military has become one of the longest-running annual events hosted by a non-profit organization, thanks to the tremendous support of the Anchorage community and military leadership.
The 2025 Salute to the Military will be held Saturday, February 15. Tickets are now available. Click here to purchase your tickets!
In 2018, the Armed Services YMCA of Alaska introduced the Military Spouse of the Year Award, which honors the incredible sacrifice and contributions of military spouses. The Military Spouse of the Year exemplifies dedication to the support of their service member, their family, and their community.
Anyone may nominate a spouse to receive the Military Spouse of the Year Award. One winner is selected annually by a local service club. Nominees must be based in Alaska.
We are now accepting nominations for the 2025 Alaska Military Spouse of the Year. Nominations are accepted online through January 3.
In 2020, the Bobby Alexander Civic Leader of the Year Award was introduced to highlight an individual who has demonstrated a strong commitment to the Armed Forces through their dedication to the support and betterment of our troops.
Anyone may nominate a member in the community to receive the Bobby Alexander Civic Leader of the Year award. One winner is selected annually by a local service club. Nominees must be based in Alaska.
We are now accepting nominations for the 2025 Bobby Alexander Civic Leader of the Year. Nominations are accepted online through January 3.
SGT Joshua R. Hernandez
U.S. Army
SGT Blake H. Valdez
Army Reserves
SPC Andrina L. Czlapinski
Army National Guard
Sgt Nicholas R. Baumbach
Marine Corps
Sgt Taylor J. Allmond
U.S. Marine Corps
PS1 Emily C. Cobleigh
U.S. Navy
HM2 Ki'Ana A. Kyle
Navy Reserves
SSgt Justin M. Simpson
U.S. Air Force
TSgt Kristin M. Park
Air Force Reserves
TSgt Brittany N. Tussey
Air National Guard
Spc4 Michael J. Hoosier
U.S. Space Force
PO2 Alexander S. Bennett
U.S. Coast Guard
BM3 Kellan P. Ford
Coast Guard Reserves
Mrs. Mary Poe
Alaska Military Spouse of the Year
Geoff Lundfelt
Bobby Alexander Civic Leader of the Year
Visit our YouTube channel for more information about past Salute to the Military honorees.
