National Heroes Day

Supporters

 

Join these supporters of National Heroes Day:

Carnegie Hero Fund Commission (led by Eric Zahren) The Carnegie Hero Fund awards the Carnegie Medal to individuals who risk their lives to an extraordinary degree saving or attempting to save the lives of others.

Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Founder, Chairman, CEO of Best Buddies, an organization that mentors and creates opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Jerry Bruckheimer (Top Gun, Pirates of the Caribbean, Bad Boys, and CSI franchises): “There are heroes walking among us, and we need to recognize them. I think it's important to have a day that honors the best of humanity, and let these incredible people know that we recognize what they are doing and we appreciate them.”

Lee Daniels (The United States vs. Billie Holiday, The Butler, Precious, Empire, Star): "This is a day to celebrate the courageous, the selfless and everyone who teaches us how to become better people.”

Ted Melfi (Hidden Figures, St. Vincent): "“I’m very happy to be part of this day to shine a light on those in the shadows who deserve recognition.”

John Ridley (12 Years a Slave, American Crime, Let it Fall)

Anthony and Joe Russo (Captain America: Civil War, Captain America: Winter Soldier, Avengers: Infinity War)“Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Some wear masks, carry shields and hammers or can fly while others put out fires, save lives on operating tables, serve and protect our communities or simply help humanity when needed. National Heroes Day is a day we honor the men, women and children who go above and beyond to do what is right and show love, care and support to those who need it most. We celebrate these selfless individuals and thank them for being the heroes they are.”

Rodney Atkins (Award-winning Country Music singer/songwriter)

Diane Warren (Award-winning songwriter)

Billy Ray (The Comey Rule, Richard Jewell, Captain Phillips, The Hunger Games)

Randall Wallace (The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection, Heaven is For Real, Braveheart)

Mike White (Beatriz at Dinner, Enlightened, School of Rock, Dawson’s Creek)

Roma Downey (Lightworkers Media, The Bible, Son of God, Touched By An Angel)

Sarah Wayne Callies (Council of Dads, The Walking Dead, Prison Break)

Tasha Smith (Empire, For Better or Worse)

Reno Wilson (Good Girls, Mike and Molly): "It's important to honor our unsung, everyday heroes, especially in a year of COVID-19 where our medical workers are literally risking their lives going to work every single day to save others.”

Will Yun Lee (The Good Doctor, Hawaii Five-O)

Jami Marseilles (mom, teacher, cancer survivor, first female double-amputee ever to finish the Boston Marathon): "Our nation is struggling right now, and we have a strong sense resiliency to gain our love for each other back. National Heroes Day is a beginning step towards unification.”

PMC Media

The Philadephia Phillies

Stand Up To Cancer

The Hero in You Foundation

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