Our Mission
Inspired by the legacy of Colonel Gail S. Halvorsen, we unite generations to inspire hope, honor service, and advance education—proving that even small acts of kindness can lift the world.
We strive to preserve the legacy of the Berlin Candy Bomber, Colonel Gail S. Halvorsen.
Gail was a humanitarian, a rocket scientist, a military leader, an educator, and one of America’s notable informal Ambassadors. A true international hero, Gail lived a life focused on serving others.
He exemplified the values of attitude, gratitude, service before self, and excellence. When the challenging times of the early Cold War came, Gail began a large-scale humanitarian effort that healed the animosity that was felt between former enemies.
The Candy Bomber Foundation continues to inspire all generations to engage in small acts of kindness worldwide to bring
HOPE through ACTION.
Mission Briefing: Updates
National Council for History Education (NCHE) Conference, March 23-25, 2023
Freedom From, Freedom To The Foundation is excited to participate in the National Council for History Education (NCHE) Conference that will be held March 23-25, 2023. The theme for this year’s...
A Wonderful Interview with the 100-year old Candy Bomber
This video is the first of three and was made just after Gail's 100th birthday.
2023 Air and Space Forces Association Symposium
The Halvorsen Foundation had a presence at the 2023 Air and Space Forces Association Symposium at the Gaylord Rockies convention center near Denver this week. Over 4,000 people gathered to hear from...