About Us
The choice to serve is one of sacrifice.
Our global network of volunteers work to ensure that those who serve or have served are supported, uplifted, and remembered through a variety of support programs.
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May No Soldier Go Unloved
Soldiers’ Angels is a non-political & non-religious organization dedicated to providing support and resources to all Service Members and Veterans, regardless of their background or beliefs.
Our Founder
Patti Patton-Bader
Background & Military Roots
Born in Pasadena, California, Patti is the daughter of LTC (ret.) David Patton, a Korean and Vietnam War veteran, and the great-grandniece of General George Patton .
A Mother’s Mission
In 2003, while her son, Staff Sergeant Brandon Varn, was deployed to Iraq, Patti noticed he was among the few receiving care packages. Motivated to act, she enlisted friends and neighbors to send packages to his entire platoon .
From Local Support to Global Organization
As requests poured in—from Service Members, Combat Hospitals, and Military families—Patti created an online system to connect volunteers with needs: whether writing letters, baking treats, or quilting blankets. Within months, the initiative evolved into an international community of Angels .
Becoming a Nonprofit & Expanding Impact
In 2004, Patti formalized Soldiers’ Angels as a 501(c)(3). Under her leadership, the group shipped hundreds of thousands of care packages, tons of supplies, and delivered services ranging from Kevlar blankets for Humvees to flight arrangements for wounded Troops’ Families .
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Recognition & Awards
Patti has received notable honors, including the Army Civilian Humanitarian Award, the Purple Heart’s George Washington Spirit Award, and the Secretary of Defense’s Spirit of Hope Award .
“America’s Favorite Mom”
In 2008, Patti won NBC’s “America’s Favorite Mom” contest in the military category, earning $250,000, which she donated to Soldiers’ Angels .
Legacy & Ongoing Influence
By the time she retired as President in 2013, Soldiers’ Angels had grown into one of the largest volunteer-driven Military support organizations. Today, thousands of volunteers serve deployed Troops, Veterans, and Military families worldwide .
Mission
We provide aid, comfort, and resources to the Military, Veterans, and their families.
Vision
Ensure that military personnel, wounded Service Members, Veterans, and their families have access to the community resources and support they need.
Values
Compassion, Dedication, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Collaborative, Credibility & Responsiveness.