The kids who make it to the Little League World Series are amazing athletes, and likely destined for great things on or off the field. But responding to a heartbreaking loss is so difficult for these talented athletes...

Building Homes for Heroes is committed to helping our wounded veterans rebuild their civilian lives upon their return from duty. They do this by building, or modifying, homes that they then gift to the veterans and their families. USMC Staff Sergeant Rafael Arias Hernandez is one of several recipients of the efforts that make this vision a reality.

Brother and sister pair Kora and Wyatt were chosen to throw out the first pitch at a Whitecaps baseball game at Fifth Third Ball Park. The siblings thought they were throwing the ball to a Whitecaps player, but as it turns out, the catcher was someone who was very familiar to them...

Because of how difficult it was to get a job in his hometown, Sgt. 1st Class Van Woodruff chose to take a path less traveled. And he isn't looking back.

They’re as diverse as the families depicted in them, but through the myriad homecomings celebrated over the years, they all share a common trait: an endearing moment of tenderness. Captured on video, these homecoming surprises let us share in that celebration and honor the sacrifice of not just the deployed service members but their stalwart families as well.

This father decides to surprise his son during his football game.

Returning home from deployment is oftentimes a happy and restorative event for a military family. However, readjusting to the family dynamic can be difficult for both parents and children of servicemembers and their partners. Reconnecting with family members after a deployment can be stressful, but knowing how that deployment affects a family's functionality and bond is important for post-tour domestic restitution.

His family was there for Military Appreciation Day...

This Navy officer wanted to surprise his beautiful wife and daughter!

A younger brother made his sister's wedding day unforgettable when he surprised her by showing up when he was supposed to be overseas!