Fort Bliss Survivor Outreach Services

02/02/2026

Good morning SOS families,

As of right now our scheduled grief support session for tomorrow will be postponed due to the current government shutdown.

If the shutdown is resolved, we will send out an email notification and also post updates on Facebook to let you know that grief support services will resume as scheduled.

We understand how important these services are and appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Thank you for your continued trust and support.

02/02/2026

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01/28/2026

Thank you for your interest in the Fort Bliss Survivor Outreach Services. In an effort to streamline communications and support Army messaging priorities, we are in the process of deactivating this page.

We will be sharing future updates through the main Fort Bliss Garrison platforms. For future updates relating to our office, please follow the Fort Bliss Garrison at website https://home.army.mil/bliss/ and social media pages - Facebook, Ft. Bliss Army Community Service, Fort Bliss MWR, U.S. Army Fort Bliss; Instagram, usagfortbliss; X, ; and YouTube, .

01/18/2026

This past weekend, we had the honor of attending the 20-year reunion of the Battle of Ramadi, a gathering centered not only on history, but on the Gold Star families who carry that legacy every single day.

Nearly two decades ago, the Battle of Ramadi became one of the most intense and devastating battles of the Iraq War. While Soldiers fought with extraordinary courage in the streets of Ramadi, families at home would later face a different kind of battle—one defined by loss, resilience, and a lifetime of remembrance.

At this reunion, Gold Star families stood alongside the Soldiers who served, united by their shared love for those who never came home. A memorial was dedicated in honor of the fallen, creating a sacred space where names, memories, and legacies will forever live.

This reunion would not have been possible without the leadership and dedication of Lieutenant General (Retired) Sean MacFarland, his wife Linda, and America’s mighty warriors, whose commitment to honoring the fallen and supporting their families made this meaningful gathering a reality.

For our Gold Star families, the sacrifice did not end when the fighting stopped. Their strength, grace, and unwavering love ensure their heroes are never forgotten. We remember. We honor. We stand with you. 🇺🇸

01/13/2026

Good afternoon SOS Families,
Just a reminder that applications for our Surviving families (ONLY) are due no later than Tuesday, January 20th. If you’re unable to make it into our office before then, please give us a call so that we may take your shirt size telephonically. 915-568-5970. Thank you.

❤️🤍💙 Run with purpose. Remember with heart.

Join us for Run for the Fallen on February 28 at 8:30am at the Field of Honor as we come together to honor the brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Choose the 5K run or 1‑mile walk, and take part in a morning dedicated to reflection, unity, and remembrance - beginning with a ceremony where the names of the Fallen are read in tribute.

Registration is open at Soto PFC and LTS through February 11. This event is open to the public! For more information on obtaining a visitor pass for you and your family, visit https://bliss.armymwr.com/happenings/fort-bliss-community-pass.

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01/12/2026

Good afternoon SOS Families,
We regret to inform you that the upcoming group grief support that was scheduled for tomorrow, 13 January, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.

The next group grief support session is scheduled for Tuesday, February 3rd. Please let us know if you plan to attend. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you then.

01/05/2026

Good morning SOS Families!

Below is our newsletter for the months of January through March. Just a reminder that the deadline for our SOS families to register is January 20th. Please feel free to e-mail it back, drop it off in person, send it by e-mail or fax it to 915-569-5049. If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call. Thank you.

01/02/2026

🏃‍♂️🇺🇸 11th Annual Run for the Fallen 🇺🇸🏃‍♀️

To our surviving families, we invite you to join us for our 11th Annual Run for the Fallen, a meaningful day of remembrance, honor, and community as we come together to recognize our fallen heroes.

⏰ Important Reminder:
The deadline for survivors to register is only two weeks away (January 20th) in order to guarantee your event shirt. We encourage you to register as soon as possible.

📝 Survivor Registration Options:
Survivors may register through the Survivor Outreach Services Office:
• In person
• By e-mail
• By mail (915) 568-5049
• By fax

📝 General Public Registration:
Registration for the general public is available through February 11 at:
📍 Leisure Travel Services (inside the PX food court)
📍 Soto PFC

📎 Event details are included in the flyer below.

Your presence means more than words can express, and it is always an honor to stand beside you as we remember and honor our fallen heroes.

12/30/2025

Good morning SOS Families,
Due to our Chaplain's availability, the monthly grief support for January will be held on the 2nd Tuesday (January 13th). Please give us a call if you would like to attend. 915-568-5970

12/06/2025

✈️❄️ Snowball Express Send-Off! ❄️✈️

This morning, some of our selected survivors headed out for the Gary Sinise Foundation’s Snowball Express — a special program dedicated to the children and families of our fallen military heroes.

Snowball Express gives our families a chance to connect, heal, and create joyful memories through a week filled with incredible activities, entertainment, and support. It’s a time for our survivors to be surrounded by others who understand their journey and to experience a little extra magic during the holiday season.

And of course… Santa himself stopped by to wish our families a safe and wonderful trip before they boarded! 🎅🏻 ✨

We wish all of our survivors a meaningful, fun-filled, and heartwarming Snowball Express experience. 💛

12/06/2025

Last night, our Survivor Outreach Services community came together for a truly heartfelt Heroes Tree Lighting and Cookie Exchange. During Silent Night, our survivors placed their hero’s ornament on the tree — a moment filled with love, reflection, and deep emotion.

The room was quiet, the lights were soft, and you could feel the strength and legacy of every hero honored. It was a beautiful reminder that while our heroes may no longer be with us, their light continues to shine through their families and through this community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared cookies, shared stories, and supported one another. Nights like these remind us why coming together matters so much. 💛🎄