Cultivated from a commitment and passion for serving the military community, Atlanta United’s Salute Our Troops Presented by Global Payments platform includes outreach programs designed to support active and deployed military personnel, veterans, and their families throughout the season and beyond.
Mission: TAPS – ‘I Play For’
Atlanta United, in partnership with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), honored local military families that lost a loved one in the line of duty. The ‘I Play For’ video shoot showcases Atlanta United players posing with families of Fallen Heroes as they express the reason why they play. Video Link HERE
Memorial Day Flag Changing
Continuing the new tradition, Atlanta United welcomed the family of Senior Airman Deanna Richards, United States Air Force, for a special changing of the flag ceremony at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground during Memorial Day Weekend to honor their Fallen Hero.