2025 Military Appreciation Picnic - What You Need To Know!

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April 25, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 25, 2025

 

ANCHORAGE CHAMBER PRESENTS MILITARY APPRECIATION PICNIC JUNE 6TH
Businesses and volunteers support the local military with food, fun, and service.

ANCHORAGE - The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the 2025 Military Appreciation Picnic will be held Friday, June 6th, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Buckner Fields on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.

The Military Appreciation Picnic is the largest military appreciation event in Alaska, serving over 5,000 local service members and their families. An annual tradition for the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce since 1995, there are many ways to get involved: 

  • Attend - The picnic serves active duty, veterans, military families, as well as civilian workforce. The event is held on base, and all attending would need existing base access or a designated sponsor. EVENT DETAILS

  • Volunteer - The chamber plans for upwards of 150 volunteers to support the event. This is an excellent opportunity for team building and giving back, with tasks like serving food, restocking supplies, grilling burgers and hot dogs, as well as setup and cleanup. SIGN UP HERE

  • Respond to RFP - The chamber spends thousands of dollars with local business members to purchase food and supplies for this event. Proposals are requested through May 7th. While only active Anchorage Chamber members will be considered, it’s easy to become a member and submit your best pricing for consideration. CURRENT RFP

  • Sponsorship Opportunities - Event expenses add up quickly. Business sponsors receive event recognition, the opportunity to host a booth at the picnic, and contribute to a meaningful community partnership. SPONSOR

“Our local military partners are part of the history of Anchorage, from economic as well as community perspectives," said Kathleen McArdle, Anchorage Chamber of Commerce President/CEO. “We work closely with them all year long as part of our Anchorage Chamber Military Committee as well as on a variety of local initiatives, and this is our way to say ‘Thank you’ and give back.”

For more information on the 2025 Military Appreciation Picnic visit anchoragechamber.org.

For interview requests or additional information, please contact events@anchoragechamber.org.

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ABOUT THE ANCHORAGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, member-driven business organization with nearly 800 members representing more than 45,000 employees. For over 100 years, the Anchorage Chamber has served as a resource where members can gain business knowledge, insight, and strength. More information about the Anchorage Chamber is available at AnchorageChamber.org or by calling (907) 272-2401.
Contact:
Brooklynn Spooner, Events Manager
events@anchoragechamber.org, (907) 272-2401