Fighter Country Foundation https://fightercountry.org Supporting the men, women, families and mission of Luke Air Force Base Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:29:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://fightercountry.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/cropped-FCP_FCF_NewLogo_4C-32x32.png Fighter Country Foundation https://fightercountry.org 32 32 Sound of Freedom Magazine Mar/Apr 2026 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-magazine-mar-apr-2026/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:29:15 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9740 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine Mar/Apr 2026

The March/April 2026 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about Luke Days Open House Air Show retuning to Luke, Glendale Community College students learn how fighter pilots stay fit, combat teamwork and so much more.

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]]> Sound of Freedom Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-magazine-jan-feb-2026/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:17:46 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9737 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine Jan/Feb 2026

The January/February 2026 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about FCF’s Dorm Dweller Holiday Party, 2 Air Force Generals Fly F-35 training at Luke, Dutch leaders visit Luke Air Force Base and so much more.

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]]> Sound of Freedom Magazine Nov/Dec 2025 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-nov-dec-2025/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:56:53 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9623 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine Nov/Dec 2025

The November/December 2025 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about Belgian Allies in Flight, a new home for Luke’s F-16s, FCF’s Resiliency Fair at Luke, Pilot War Day at Barry M Goldwater Range and so much more.

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]]> Sound of Freedom Magazine Sept/Oct 2025 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-sept-oct-2025/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:56:09 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9605 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine Sept/Oct 2025

The September/October 2025 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about FCF preparing for its 3rd annual fall fundraiser, Luke AFB commander realigns priorities, outgoing Luke Command Chief launches the General’s F-35, Luke EOD Airmen earn Air Force Team of the Year honors and so much more.

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]]> Sound of Freedom Magazine Jul/Aug 2025 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-magazine-jul-aug-2025/ Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:56:27 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9588 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine Jul/Aug 2025

The July/August 2025 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about honoring the Honor Guard, LAFB F-35 training milestones, AETC boosting readiness, building a better pilot and so much more!

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]]> Rudy’s BBQ 2025 Camo Cup for a Cause https://fightercountry.org/events/rudys-bbq-2025-camo-cup-for-a-cause/ Thu, 01 May 2025 19:56:00 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9582

Rudy’s Country Store and Bar-B-Q® is Supporting Fighter Country Foundation again with Camo Cup for a Cause

This year’s Camo Cup campaign will begin on May 1, 2025 and run the entire month of May. All participating stores will be stocked with the 2025 Camo Cup and will be asking guests to donate $1, in exchange for a Free Drink Coupon. The campaign runs throughout the month of May or while supplies last.

The cups are available in most stores and available online as well. For a $10 donation (plus shipping) Rudy’s will ship 10 Camo Cups. Thank you again for being part of this year’s Camo Cup which supports Fighter Country Foundation!

Rudy's BBQ 2025 Camo Cup for a Cause
Get Your Cups

Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q® launched their annual Camo “Cup for a Cause” campaign. The campaign will run for the entire month of May. Starting today, Rudy’s will raise money for military inspired charities. This year’s benefiting charities are
Combined Arms, Alpha Elite Performance Outdoors, No Greater Sacrifice, Operation Homefront, Operation Red Wings Foundation, Marine Raider Foundation, Fighter Country Foundation, Carry the Load, and the Cpl. Chad Eric Oligschlaeger Foundation for PTSD, Valor Mission Project, DM50, and Air Power Foundation.

Rudy’s Bar-B-Q serves large beverages in the iconic Camo Cups and encourages guests to donate a dollar. Donating guests receive a coupon for a free 32-ounce drink to be redeemed on their next visit. The cups are only offered while supplies last.

Since 2012, the Rudy’s Bar-B-Q “Cup for a Cause” campaigns have raised over $3.5 million for military and breast cancer charities. “The Camo Cup Campaign has been very impactful for our charity partners.” said Pete Bassett, VP of Operations, “Our team members take great pride in these campaigns because they know how many people we have the opportunity to help.”

Rudy’s Bar-B-Q operates stores in Texas, Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Colorado and Arizona. Each store will raise funds for this year’s military inspired charities.

During the month of October, Rudy’s Bar-B-Q raises money for breast cancer charities with their famous Pink “Cup for a Cause”.

Since 1989, Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q® has been serving up Real Texas Bar-B-Q® to folks in the Southwest USA. Rudy’s Bar-B-Q pits are 100% wood fired with hill country oak. Along with time and oak, Rudy’s Bar-B-Q cooks with their signature dry rub that ensures perfectly smoked Bar-B-Q at every visit. It is best served with Rudy’s famous “Sause.” Rudy’s Bar-B-Q ships meat and sells its signature “Sause,” rubs and merchandise online at http://rudysbbq.com. On social media, Like Rudy’s Bar-B-Q on Facebook at https://facebook.com/rudysbbq, follow on Twitter at https://twitter.com/rudysbbq, and on Instagram at https://instagram.com/rudysbbq.

]]> Sound of Freedom Magazine May/June 2025 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-magazine-may-jun-2025/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:56:23 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9584 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine May/June 2025

The May/June 2025 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about Closing a Chapter – Luke AFB concludes final F-16 divestment, 21st Pat’s Run showcases defying odds, AETC commander launches immersive challenge to Airmen and so much more!

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]]> Sound of Freedom Magazine March/April 2025 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-magazine-march-april-2025/ Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:56:36 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9549 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine March/April 2025

The March/April 2025 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about FCF year-end reflections, Operation Santa, welcoming Luke AFB’s newest honorary commanders and so much more.!

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]]> Sound of Freedom Magazine January/February 2025 https://fightercountry.org/sound-of-freedom/sof-magazine-jan-feb-2025/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 12:56:34 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9497 FCP Visions Summer 2018 is now available as a digital download. This issue includes an article about Luke AFB beginning to add murals and other artwork to the base, the first trip of an F-35 to South America for its display in Santiago, Chile, a great article from The Desk of FCP by Bill Johnston about the success of the FCP Honorary Commander Golf Classic, and much more!]]>

Sound of Freedom Magazine January/February 2025

The January/February 2025 edition of “Sound of Freedom – News for the Luke Community” (SOF) magazine is now available. Thank you to our friends at the Times Media Group for this sleek full-color glossy format.

Within this edition, you will enjoy articles about FCF year-end reflections, Operation Santa, welcoming Luke AFB’s newest honorary commanders and so much more.!

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]]> Operation Santa Brings Holiday Cheer to Luke Air Force Base Families https://fightercountry.org/news/operation-santa-brings-holiday-cheer-to-luke-air-force-base-families/ Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:56:30 +0000 https://fightercountry.org/?p=9453

Fighter Country Foundation was honored to partner with Fiesta Bowl Charities and DICK’s Sporting Goods alongside the Leadership from Luke Air Force Base for the eighth annual Operation Santa event, spreading holiday cheer to fifty-one children from Luke Air Force Base with an active, deployed parent or residing in a single-parent household. Each child received a $300 gift card to shop at DICK’s Sporting Goods, with help from Fiesta Bowl staff and volunteers.

A heartfelt thank you to @FiestaBowl Charities, @dickssportinggoods, @rudysbbq, and all the volunteers who made this special night possible. Your generosity and support brighten our military families’ holidays, showing them how much we appreciate their sacrifice.

This is just one of the many wonderful programs Fighter Country Foundation provides to enhance the lives of airmen and their families. Together we are making the season brighter for those who give so much.

Fiesta Bowl Charities mascot poses with a recipient of Operation Santa 2024 Dicks Sporting Goods apparel.
Ron Sites addressing the kids, parents and volunteers of Operation Santa 2024..
Airmen participating at Operation Santa 2024.
Child receives a new pair of shoes at Operation Santa 2024.
Operation Santa 2024 banner.
Operation Santa 2024. group photo.
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