Upland Quilts of Valor Honors 12 Veterans

Honoring Our Heroes: 12 Veterans Recognized by Quilts of Valor at Upland’s Veterans Plaza

Today, beneath clear skies at Veterans Plaza at Upland City Hall, the community gathered to pay tribute to twelve local veterans in a moving ceremony hosted by the Upland Chapter of the Quilts of Valor Foundation.

Each of these veterans—representing different branches and eras of military service—was wrapped in a handcrafted quilt as a symbol of healing, comfort, and deep appreciation for their service. The quilts, stitched with care and pride, serve not just as blankets but as powerful acknowledgments of the sacrifices these men and women have made in defense of our freedoms.

The Quilts of Valor Foundation, a national nonprofit established in 2003, has awarded more than 410,000 quilts to veterans and service members touched by war. The mission is simple yet profound: to cover our warriors with comforting and healing quilts as a tangible expression of gratitude.

Locally, the Upland Chapter meets regularly to sew, assemble, and prepare these works of art for deserving veterans. Their devotion to honoring service members through their craft exemplifies the kind of quiet patriotism that uplifts our entire community.

The ceremony was a touching moment of recognition, respect, and reflection. The applause, the shared stories, and the visible emotion from recipients and attendees alike served as a reminder that our community does not forget its heroes.

To learn more about the Quilts of Valor Foundation or how to get involved with the Upland Chapter, visit: https://www.qovf.org or find the local chapter on Facebook: Quilts of Valor – Upland, CA.

It has been an absolute honor to support this organization over the past two years, witnessing the incredible hard work and dedication these ladies put into every quilt. I look forward to continuing this journey as we find more ways to express our gratitude—not just through ceremonies, but in how we support, remember, and honor our veterans every single day.

Councilman James Breitling