Turning AAdvantage® Miles into Meaningful Moments for Veterans
A Partnership That Helps Veterans Stay Connected
The Robert Irvine Foundation is incredibly grateful for our partnership with American Airlines. Their support helps bring veterans together through life-saving suicide prevention programming -reconnecting them with those they served alongside and reminding them they are not alone.
Through travel assistance provided by American Airlines, veterans are able to participate in meaningful experiences with dignity and ease, regardless of mobility challenges. These moments of connection are often the first step in rebuilding community, strengthening mental health, and reminding veterans that support continues long after service ends.
How AAdvantage® Miles Support the Military Community
One way American Airlines makes this possible is through the Miles for Heroes program, which allows individuals to donate unused AAdvantage® miles to organizations serving the military community.
Donated miles help make travel possible for veterans participating in programs, events, and gatherings that foster connection and healing. These opportunities allow veterans to reconnect with those who understand their experiences and strengthen the support systems that are so critical after service.
Programs like this demonstrate how even small acts - like donating unused miles -can create meaningful impact for those who have served our nation.
How You Can Help
If you are an AAdvantage® member, consider logging into your account, checking your balance, and seeing if you have miles to spare.
Your unused miles can help create powerful moments of connection, healing, and community for veterans and their families.
Learn more about the Miles for Heroes program and how to donate: https://www.aa.com/i18n/customer-service/about-us/let-good-take-flight/heroes.jsp
