1. Remembering a Generation. Educating our Future. Honoring Good Works.
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The Bob Feller Act of Valor Foundation,
inspired by the sacrifice and accomplishments of Bob Feller, teaches the
legacy of the greatest generation to the youngest generation.
2. The four pillars are:
Citizenship, Service,
Sacrifice and Legacy.
These four pillars can
specifically address
or cross-educate
the following primary
audiences: Youth, CPO
(USN) and MLB, with
an understanding the
educational program will
reach all audiences, all
ages.
Our Approach
EDUCATION TRACK
Utilizing a 4-pillar approach
to meeting the foundation
educational vision of we
use the Bob Feller story to
educate the youth of today
the lessons of citizenship,
service to one’s country, and
sacrifice in times of great
national need. We promote
and teach the legacy of the
greatest generation to the
youngest generation by
encouraging and promoting
the virtues of service to
others.
Community
OURPURPOSE
The Bob Feller Act of Valor
Award Foundation partners with
Chief Petty Officer Associations
worldwide, hosts a recognition
ceremony aboard the USS
Alabama, supports visiting
Sailors during the annual Fleet
Week in New York City and the
presents the annual Bob Feller
Act of Valor Award recognizing
a Chief Petty Officer (CPO) and
the Junior Sailor Peer-to-Peer
Mentorship Chapter of the year.
The Foundation and its programs
enjoy a unique relationship and
strong support from the US Navy.
Active Duty Navy Officers serve as
Navy Liaisons to the foundation.
In addition, retired Admiral Hank
Chiles and Fleet Master Chief Petty
Officer Scott Benning, serve on the
Foundation’s Board of Directors.
Numerous other active and retired
Navy personnel serve on the
Foundation’s Board of Advisors.
Recognition Legacy
The foundation’s goal is to educate our youth on four traits reflective of Bob Feller:
Citizenship, Service, Sacrifice and Legacy