FEBRUARY 12, 2026
6:00 PM EST POOL SIDE RECEPTION
7:30-10:00 PM EST GALA DINNER
1100 S. OCEAN BLVD • PALM BEACH, Fl 33480
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Benefiting The National Veterans Parade Foundation and Veteran Service Organizations
The National Veterans Parade Foundation Benefit Gala is a non-profit fundraiser to help defray the half million dollar cost of producing the National Veterans Parade to honor our Veterans and the solemn oath they take to “Preserve and Protect the Constitution.”
NOTABLE GUESTS
2026 National Veterans Parade Grand Marshal
Robert Kiyosaki
Mr. Kiyosaki, Vietnam Veteran, and decorated Marine Corps Helicopter Combat Pilot, has gone on to be a successful entrepreneur and author of the #1 personal finance book of all time, “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”. Mr Kiyosaki will be the Grand Marshal of the National Veterans Parade on Sunday, November 8th, 2026 on our National Parade Route in Washington, DC.
Read More About Mr. Kiyosaki
Best known as the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad — the #1 personal finance book of all time — Robert Kiyosaki has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money. He is an entrepreneur, educator, and investor who believes the world needs more entrepreneurs who will create jobs.
With perspectives on money and investing that often contradict conventional wisdom, Robert has earned an international reputation for straight talk, irreverence, and courage and has become a passionate and outspoken advocate for financial education.
Robert and Kim Kiyosaki, both authors, are co-founders of The Rich Dad Company, a financial education company, and creators of the CASHFLOW games.
Robert has been heralded as a visionary who has a gift for simplifying complex concepts — ideas related to money, investing, finance, and economics — and has shared his personal journey to financial freedom in ways that resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. His core principles and messages — like “Your house is not an asset” and “Invest for cash flow” and ”Savers are losers” — have ignited a firestorm of criticism and ridicule… only to have played out on the world economic stage over the past decade in ways that were both unsettling and prophetic.
His point of view is that ‘old’ advice — go to college, get a good job, save money, get out of debt, invest for the long term, and diversify — has become obsolete advice in today’s fast-paced Information Age. His Rich Dad philosophies and messages challenge the status quo and his teachings encourage people to take initiative to become financially educated and play an active role in investing for the future.
The author of 29 books, Robert has been a featured guest with media outlets in every corner of the world — from FOX News, CNN, the BBC, Real Vision, Yahoo! Finance, Al Jazeera, GBTV and PBS to Larry King Live, Oprah, Peoples Daily, Sydney Morning Herald, The Doctors, The Straits Times, Bloomberg, NPR, USA TODAY, and hundreds of others — and his books have topped international bestsellers lists for more than two decade. He continues to teach and inspire audiences around the world.
Robert’s newest book — Capitalist Manifesto — was released in May of 2022 and is a book dedicated to our freedoms, the power of capitalism, and the slippery slope of socialism and where it can lead. The year 2022 marked the 25th Anniversary of the 1997 release of Rich Dad Poor Dad. That book and its messages — viewed around the world as a classic in the personal finance arena and which still holds the top spot as the #1 personal finance book of all time — have stood the test of time and continue to resonate with audiences of all ages around the world.
Robert has also co-authored two books with Donald Trump, prior to his successful bid for the White House and election as President of the United States.
To learn more visit RichDad.com
Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins
Lieutenant Governor (LG) Collins is a highly decorated Army Special Forces combat veteran who sustained a number of debilitating injuries that led to the loss of his leg. Remarkably, he continued to serve five additional years as a Green Beret post-amputation, ultimately retiring after more than 23 years of service.
Read More About Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins
Following his military service, LG Collins took a position with Operation BBQ Relief, overseeing the distribution of millions of meals to Americans following natural disasters and helping veterans and their families by creating culinary delights together. Through his nonprofit work across the country, LG Collins heard the concerns of Americans. Americans who agree that they want their families to succeed, their children to have better lives than they did, and to improve the quality of life in their communities. With this in mind, the LG took the chance and answered the call to public service by running for Florida State Senate in District 14.
During his tenure as a Florida State Senator, he distinguished himself through strategic leadership and legislative impact. As Chairman of the Agricultural and Transportation Committees, he championed infrastructure initiatives vital to Florida’s economic connections across tourism, agriculture, and supported our state’s farming industry by banning cultivated meats and protecting farmlands from criminal intent. LG Collins authored and passed over 55 pieces of legislation and secured more than $120 million in funding to uplift the Tampa Bay region, support Florida’s First Responders and Veterans, and invest in premier educational institutions. His proven record of results and vision for Florida’s future culminated in his appointment as the 21st Lieutenant Governor of the State of Florida.
A committed family man, LG Collins is married to his wife of 25 years Layla, a retired Veteran with 20 years of service in her own right, and a father to two young sons, Gabe and Colt. As a family they rescued their pup Tucker, attend Grace Family Church, and strive to leave things better than they got it.
Lance Wallnau
Evangelical leader who accurately predict Donald Trump’s Presidency from the moment he began his campaign. His Best Selling book, “God’s Chaos Candidate,” broadcasts and viral media influenced 3-5 million undecided evangelical voters.
Lieutenant General, US ARMY (Retired) Michael T. Flynn
2025 National Veterans Parade Grand Marshal
Krisdee Clark
2026 Mistress of Ceremonies
MORE NOTABLE GUESTS TO BE ANNOUNCED
TICKET OPTIONS
$996
Individual Ticket
- Welcome Poolside Reception with Top Shelf Open Bar
- Incredible 5-Course Mar-a-Lago Plated Dinner
- All Evening Top Shelf Open Bar
- Entertainment
- Special Guests of Honor Appearances
- Table Gifts
$1,500
VIP Individual Ticket
- Private Meet-and-Greet Before Gala with 2026 Grand Marshal, and Other Guest Speakers
- VIP Seating at Gala
- Welcome Poolside Reception with Top Shelf Open Bar
- Incredible 5-Course Mar-a-Lago Plated Dinner
- All Evening Top Shelf Open Bar
- Entertainment
- Special Guests of Honor Appearances
- Table Gifts
$12,500
VIP Table of 10
- 10 VIP Seating Gala Tickets
- 2 Private Meet-and-Greet Tickets Before Gala with 2026 Grand Marshal, and Other Guest Speakers
- Organization Name Displayed Prominently on Table
- Full 5-Course Mar-a-Lago Plated Dinner
- All Evening Top Shelf Open Bar
- Entertainment
- Special Guests of Honor Appearances
- NVP Parade Day Sponsorship Listing and Parade Route Signage
- 10 VIP Seating at Parade
- Gala Recognition Mentions
- Priority Seating at Gala
- VIP Table Commemorative Gifts
SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS
Why sponsor, and where does your donation go?
Your Tax Deductable Donation supports the production costs associated with the Foundation’s Mission, as well as gaining incredible exposure on a national level before, during, and after the Gala as well as the National Veterans Parade.
In 2025, our Parade gained incredible exposure with Fox News, Fox Sports NFL Pregame Show, local affiliates, and news agencies. Fox Sports alone garnered 8.5 million total viewers from 11:00 am Opening Ceremonies to 1:00 pm! Our Simulcast generated thousands of viewers, and was picked up live on Fox News Weekend Coverage.
Our 2025 total budget was close to $400,000.00, and for 2026, with an even larger anticipated Parade and public service requirements, is projected to be $500,000. We do all of this without any Federal Government assistance.
Your sponsorship is critical to our mission. We welcome you to join us!
$25,000
Bronze Star
- 10 Benefit Gala Table Tickets and Priority Seating at Dinner
- 5 VIP Private Meet-and-Greet at Gala
- 5 VIP Seating at NVP Parade November 8th, 2026
- 5 Corporate Parade Sponsor Banners at NVP Opening Ceremonies
- Half Page Ad on Gala Program
- Half Page Ad on NVP Parade Program
- Media Mentions at NVP
- Social Media Mentions and NVP Web Site Listing as Official Sponsor
- Organization Placards at NVP Gala
$50,000
Medal of Honor
- 10 Benefit Gala VIP tickets and Priority Seating at Dinner
- 10 VIP Private Meet-and-Greet at Gala
- 10 VIP Seating at NVP Parade November 8th, 2026
- 10 NVP Corporate Banners on Parade Route Opening Ceremonies
-
Corporate Float with up to 8 guests on Parade Day in Washington, DC
- Full Page Ad in NVP Gala Program
- Full Page Ad in NVP Parade Program
- Corporate Logos on Official NVP Parade Apparel
- Social Media Mentions and NVP Web Site Listing as Official Sponsor
- Media Mentions at NVP
- Organization placards at Gala Table
- Custom Corporate Video of Parade with Float Representation
OUR MISSION
2026 marks our fourth annual National Parade reccognizing the Man and Women who have Served, as well as celebrating the 250th Anniversary of our Nation’s Founding. The Paade takes place on our National Parade Route from the National Archives to the White House on Sunday, November 8th 2026.
Our Non Profit 501c3 was formed to promote Veteran Service Organizations by holding the first ever National Parade for the Men and Women who have served. 2025 will be the third annual National Veterans Parade on our National Parade Route in Washington, DC on Sunday, November 9th.
2026 marks our fourth annual National Parade reccognizing the Man and Women who have Served, as well as celebrating the 250th Anniversary of our Nation’s Founding. The Paade takes place on our National Parade Route from the National Archives to the White House on Sunday, November 8th 2026.
Our Non Profit 501c3 was formed to promote Veteran Service Organizations by holding the first ever National Parade for the Men and Women who have served. 2025 will be the third annual National Veterans Parade on our National Parade Route in Washington, DC on Sunday, November 9th.
The First Ever National Recognition of Our Veterans’ Service
Never before in our Nation’s history has their been an annual parade to recognize the Solemn Oath that all of our Veterans take. 2026 is now designated as our National Parade for all Armed Forces Service Bands and Ceremonial Units.
Our Foundation is made possible by the countless hours of all of our Volunteers and Staff, and we do this without any monetary compensation as a way of giving back to the Service our Men and Women who have served.
Any and all remaining funds raised above the production costs of the Parade will go to our mission of Veterans suicide treatment and prevention.
We thank all of you for your support, as well as the staff at Mar-a-Lago for their assistance in making this Benefit Gala a success!
Francis Ventura
Executive Director
Army Veteran and Chief Communications Officer
Board Member and Auction Chair
Board Member, Veteran, Gold Star Mother’s, Inc.
USA, Board Member and 2023 NVP Grand Marshal
Production Manager
Gala Chairman
Kevin Wensing
Captain, USN (Ret.)
Charles Paret
Managing Partner, Cleanport.vc
Patrick Swint
Major, US Air Force, (Ret.)
Dragos Sprinciana
Club Member and Gala Sponsor