May 21, 2023
Larry Jackson President of Ben Jackson Foundation. Larry is a proud Navy
Veteran oversees this incredible Wisconsin based
organization.
Larry’s Son Ben was just 20 years old serving in
the United States Air Force when he was killed in a freak accident
on the Misawa Air Base in Japan. Just weeks before his death, he
had the unique opportunity to surprise his family and friends in
New Glarus, Wisconsin, with his first visit home in 14
months.
Then the Ben Jackson Foundation was established
with the sole purpose to recognize the sacrifice newly enlisted
members of the military have chosen to make and to provide
financial support to help them visit home from their first
permanent duty station.