Guardian Application

GUARDIAN APPLICATION FORM

A Guardian serves as a trained, traveling companion to our Honor Flight veterans and are essential to the success of every Honor Flight. Without these patriotic volunteers we would not be able to carry out the dreams of so many veterans, enabling them to see the memorials built in their honor. We welcome you and thank you for your interest in giving back to those who risked their lives for our nation.

PLEASE READ THIS BELOW BEFORE FILLING OUT YOUR APPLICATION

Dear Guardian Candidate:

Thank you for your interest in giving back by helping veterans visit the memorials built to honor their service and sacrifices through Honor Flight. Before you complete your application, there are a few things we would like you to know:

Southeast Florida Honor Flight (SEFHF) is an all-volunteer organization. We receive hundreds of emails and phone calls each month. We do our best to respond to each of them in a timely manner; however, please understand we have limited manpower. If you contact us, expect some delay in our response. You should receive an email confirming receipt of your application. If you want to check your status, please email guardians@honorflightsefl.org.

The #1 priority of each trip is the safety of our veterans and everyone else onboard. Guardians are an integral part of our operation and are selected by our flight team based on the following criteria: Minimum age 18. Maximum age 70. (Exceptions must be approved by the Board of Directors.) You must be able to push 250 lbs. one mile. You must attend the three-hour Guardian Training, normally held the Saturday morning two weeks prior to each flight. First priority is given to guardians with medical training, active duty or retired military personnel and to eligible family members meeting the above criteria.

The Guardian Application should be completed no later than 6 weeks prior to preferred flight date. The guardian coordinator selects guardians about ten weeks prior to a flight. Once selected for a flight, you will be contacted by the guardian coordinator.

Guardian Training: Our typical year consists of two flying seasons–two flights in the spring and two flights in the fall. If you are a guardian on two flights in the same season, you must attend the first Guardian Training of the season; however, it is recommended that you attend both as there are always changes. If you are only flying on one of the two flights that season you must attend Guardian Training for that flight. Guardian Training is normally held two weeks prior to a flight. If you live out of state, please contact us.

The guardian donation is $400 per flight, which covers the guardian’s flight, meals, t-shirt, hat and bag. Guardian donation is payable online by clicking here or by mail. Please do not pay until contacted by the guardian coordinator confirming your place on a flight. Payment must be made after your confirmation phone call and prior to your Guardian Training date.

Please check this website and Facebook Page www.facebook.com/honorflight for current communications, as well as guardian-specific information via email.

For TSA security clearance, you must list your name exactly as it appears on your driver’s license or state issued ID: First Middle Last

Thank you submitting your application. For questions contact Guardians@honorflightsefl.org

Title

Name(Required)

Please enter your full name as it appears on your government issued identification.

First Middle Last Suffix

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Additional Information for Your Application(s)

1 X Guardian Application Form

Please INITIAL and DATE that you have read the above information and proceed to the application(Required)

Flight # (optional)

Applicants Date of Birth(Required)

Guardians Age(Required)

Minimum age 18 and Maximum age 70 (Exceptions must be approved by the Board of Directors)

Guardians Weight(Required)

Gender

Male

Female

Prefer not to say

Guardians Occupation(Required)

Please note any medical experience you may have as a firefighter, EMT, medic, nurse, physician, etc.(Required)

Are you a veteran?(Required)

If a veteran, please indicate branch of service, when and where you served

How did you hear about Honor Flight?

Why are you volunteering for Honor Flight?

Please list any prior volunteer experience (if any)

Are you requesting to be a guardian for a specific veteran?

If yes, please name the veteran AND relationship to you

Are you able to push 250 pounds for one mile?(Required)

PLEASE NOTE:A veteran application must be submitted separately. Spouse or significant other are not eligible to be a guardian to a veteran

Are you able to push a veteran in a wheelchair up an incline?(Required)

Please list any physical disabilities, restrictions, or medical conditions that may limit your ability to fulfill the duties of a guardian(Required)

Please list an emergency contact(Required)

First Last

Emergency Contact Phone Number(Required)

Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number(Required)

Emergency Contact Email

Please list one personal reference below(Required)

Personal Reference First Name Personal Reference Last Name

Personal Reference Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Personal Reference Phone/Cell Number(Required)

Personal Reference Email Address(Required)

Are you traveling with other guardians or with a specific group of guardians?

If yes, please provide group name or identifying information.

Your T-Shirt size (Shirts run a little small)(Required)

PLEASE REVIEW CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING: The applicant understands, acknowledges and agrees: That as a condition to being a Volunteer and/or Guardian on an Honor Flight mission, I will be doing so at my own risk. Honor Flight, Inc., Southeast Florida Honor Flight, Inc., as well as their agents, staff, volunteers, officers, sponsors, etc., shall not be held liable for, and are hereby released from any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs or expenses related to or arising out of any injury to my person or property. I personally hereby forever release, acquit, discharge, indemnify and hold harmless the aforementioned entities, its agents, officers and employees, etc., from any and all causes of action including personal liability, illness, death, property damage, costs, charges, claims demands and liabilities of any kind. It shall be further understood that any and all medical and/or cancellation insurance is the responsibility of the applicant, volunteer and/or guardian. I shall also give permission for the free use of my name and photo likeness in broadcast, telecast, written, pictorial accounts and promotions of Honor Flight, Inc. and Southeast Florida Honor Flight, Inc. The Guardian fee of $400 is payable once confirmed for a flight and prior to Guardian Training. I have read and understand the terms of this application and have signed voluntarily. SIGNATURE (PLEASE TYPE NAME)(Required)

Date(Required)

PARENT / GUARDIAN SIGNATURE

(Please type name)

Parent/Guardian signature is required for minors.

Applicants under 18 will require an exception/waiver from the governing board of Southeast Florida Honor Flight. If exception granted, parent and/or legal guardian must also sign and date. Please do not send guardian donation until contacted by our guardian coordinator and you are confirmed for flight.

Date

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Additional Documents

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Southeast Florida Honor Flight
Attn: Guardian Coordinator
P.O. Box 1503
Stuart, FL 34995

For further information please contact us:
Phone Toll Free: 1-855-FLY A VET (1-855-359-2838)
Email: guardians@honorflightsefl.org