AN INVITATION FROM ALAN REYES, THE PRESIDENT & CEO OF OPERATION HOMEFRONT

Building strong, stable, and secure military families is the heart of our mission at Operation Homefront. From our family to yours, we invite you to hold the dates of October 15–18, 2026, for the first President’s Summit at The Cloister at Sea Island in Georgia. This will be a weekend of inspiration, reflection, and connection with others who desire to support our military and veteran families.

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General James Mattis, Secretary of Defense (2017-2018)

General James Mattis, Secretary of Defense (2017-2018)

General James Mattis, Secretary of Defense (2017-2018)

Former Secretary of Defense and retired Marine General James N. Mattis is a dedicated patriot, intellectual, and strategist with nearly 50 years of service. Renowned for his principled leadership and study of war, the four-star general later served as the 26th Secretary of Defense. He focused on combat readiness and championed global alliances. 

Former Secretary of Defense and retired Marine General James N. Mattis is a dedicated patriot, intellectual, and strategist with nearly 50 years of service. Renowned for his principled leadership and study of war, the four-star general later served as the 26th Secretary of Defense. He focused on combat readiness and championed global alliances. 

Former Secretary of Defense and retired Marine General James N. Mattis is a dedicated patriot, intellectual, and strategist with nearly 50 years of service. Renowned for his principled leadership and study of war, the four-star general later served as the 26th Secretary of Defense. He focused on combat readiness and championed global alliances. 

Admiral Dennis Blair

Admiral Dennis Blair

Admiral Dennis Blair

Admiral Dennis Blair, a sixth-generation naval officer, retired from the U.S. Navy in 2002 after 34 years, having served as Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific Command. From 2009 to 2010, he was the first Director of National Intelligence under the Obama administration. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, he also earned a master's degree from Oxford as a Rhodes scholar. He currently teaches at UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University.

Admiral Dennis Blair, a sixth-generation naval officer, retired from the U.S. Navy in 2002 after 34 years, having served as Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific Command. From 2009 to 2010, he was the first Director of National Intelligence under the Obama administration. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, he also earned a master's degree from Oxford as a Rhodes scholar. He currently teaches at UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University.

Admiral Dennis Blair, a sixth-generation naval officer, retired from the U.S. Navy in 2002 after 34 years, having served as Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific Command. From 2009 to 2010, he was the first Director of National Intelligence under the Obama administration. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, he also earned a master's degree from Oxford as a Rhodes scholar. He currently teaches at UNC Chapel Hill and Duke University.

The Cloister at Sea Island

Set on a gorgeous private island, The Cloister has many wonderful opportunities. From shopping and dining, to kayaking and fishing, there is sure to be something for everyone.

The resort offers a spa, fitness center, and opportunities for guided experiences in the surrounding beauty. Whether you are enjoying the scenic beaches from horseback, or enjoying the scenery from your room, you are sure to be swept away in the beauty of Sea Island.

There are so many beautiful sights at Sea Island, and The Cloister is the ideal place to experience it all. Click the button below to access their website and learn more about this breathtaking resort.

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The weekend will fill up fast, so please don’t wait to respond. 

To RSVP, please click the link below or call 240-297-7201.

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