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They do so through speaking in public and at private events, teaching in our schools,
and recognizing fellow Americans (not in military service) who emulate the values they
so strongly believe in with a citizen medal -- recognizing them for their personal acts of
heroism and selfl ess sacrifi ce.
Thorsness and his fellow Recipients believe that the mark of a true hero is to have the
moral courage to do what needs to be done because it is the right thing to do. They
believe that every person can change fate by acting on their convictions with selfl essness
and courage. It is the mission of the Foundation to spread this message.
The Character Development Program was initiated by Medal of Honor Recipients
specifi cally to take their message to the schools. This unique curriculum is available free
from the Foundation. The Foundation's new book, "Choosing Courage: Inspiring Stories
of What It Means To Be a Hero" (2015), tells Recipient's stories for children 10+.
The Citizen Honors Program is managed by the Foundation and receives nominations
from across the country regarding acts of heroism. Medal of Honor Recipients consider
all those who are nominated and ultimately select the few most deserving to bestow
upon them the Citizen Honors Medal.
RECIPIENTS ENGAGE COMMUNITIES
& EDUCATE THE YOUTH OF AMERICA
Congressional Medal of Honor Society
www.cmohs.org
Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation
www.cmohfoundation.org
GW New York MOHF Co-op Program
www.gwnewyork.com/moh
