The Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation is excited to announce a call for nominations for its annual Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation Honors in Washington, DC. This event will recognize and celebrate the contributions of individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and service, either as 1) U.S. Korean War Veterans or 2) U.S. Supporters of these Veterans, their Families, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation.
We invite you to nominate deserving candidates who exemplify the spirit of selflessness and commitment that defines the Korean War Veterans community. This is an opportunity to highlight their significant actions and to inspire others through their exemplary deeds.
Whether the nominee is a Veteran or a Supporter, their story and contributions are vital in preserving the legacy of Korean War Veterans.
We will honor these four Honorees at the Foundation’s 2nd Honors Banquet in Washington, DC on May 13, 2026.
Anyone can nominate people in these two categories.
For U.S. Korean War Veteran Category:
- Two U.S. Korean War Veterans will be selected.
- Nominations can be made by anyone.
- It is expected that a nominee is a person of sound character.
- Must include nominee’s list of significant actions or contributions as a Korean War Veteran during and/or after the Korean War. Include time period served in Korea (month and year) and unit(s).
- Must include short (250 words) biography that highlights nominee’s background.
- Must include statement (500 words) about how the nominee represents the spirit of Korean War Veterans: self-less service and how the nominee’s example might inspire others to make their own contributions.
- Submitted in English.
- We respectfully request nominations of Veterans who can be recognized in person in Washington, DC.
For U.S. Supporters of Korean War Veterans Category:
- Two U.S. Korean War Veterans Supporters will be selected.
- Nominations can be made by anyone.
- It is expected that a nominee is a person of sound character.
- Must include nominee’s list of accomplishments or support for Korean War Veterans and Families.
- Must include short (250 words) biography that highlights nominee’s background.
- Must include statement (500 words) about how the nominee represents the spirit of supporting Korean War Veterans: self-less support for Korean War Veterans and/or their Families, support to the Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation, and how the nominee’s example might inspire others to make their own contributions.
- Submitted in English.
- We respectfully request nominations of Supporters who can be recognized in person in Washington, DC.
Please send your nominations by March 31, 2026.
Submissions can be sent by email to Mr. Nathan Walton (Foundation’s Executive Assistant) at nwalton@kwvmf.org.