We are gearing up for an amazing 2025 Weekend and we need your help! Currently we are in the process of selecting this year’s honorees. If you know a veteran you wish to nominate for a once in a life time weekend of experiences, please click the contact button below and tells us more about their story!
Recognizing Our Honorees!
Timothy Gilnack
US Army
Timothy Gilnack grew up in Hyde Park and graduated from FDR High School in 1986. While in high school, he joined the U.S. Army on the delayed entry program….
Vincent Verderosa
US Navy
Vincent Verderosa is a Navy veteran with almost 10 years of service as a flight deck crew member (ABH), serving on CVN 77 George H.W. Bush, Naval station Europe/Rota…
Gregory Liu
US Air Force
Gregory grew up locally and attended Arlington High School. He graduated from SUNY Stony Brook with a BS in physics, then enlisted in USAF Officer Training School…
Ron Ymbras
US Army
Ten days after graduating from Yonkers High School, Ronny Ymbras joined the U.S. Army (06 July, 1966.) He completed basic training at Fort Gordon, GA, followed by Advanced Infantry Training (AIT)…
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will the honorees do all weekend?
The four honorees will be participating in several outdoor excursions and other experiences throughout the course of the weekend. Over the years, the excursions have included fly fishing, off-roading in high performance vehicles, skeet shooting at premier gun clubs, helicopter as well as hot air balloon rides and much more. To watch a video of a previous Weekend for Warriors, click here.
Where does my donation go?
Weekend for Warriors is proud to announce that donations will benefit Mental Health America of Dutchess County’s Veterans Programs. They work with veterans in Dutchess County suffering from PTSD, suicidal thoughts, TBI, depression, addiction and other mental health issues. Learn more about MHA of Dutchess County Veterans Programs and the amazing work they do, please click here.
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We are proud to support the MHA VET2VET program, helping veterans set personal recovery goals and then get there, whether it’s by making a plan, developing the skills they need, or just giving them support along the way. Join us in supporting those who have put their lives on the line to protect us!
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We are proud to support Mental Health of America of Dutchess County’s Veterans Programs. They assist local veterans with services such as housing and employment, peer-to-peer counseling, suicide prevention, and recovery. For more information, please visit www.mhadutchess.org/veterans