Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show 2026

Power the Mission. Elevate Your Brand.

On August 8–9, 2026, Offutt Air Force Base will host the Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show, one of the region’s largest and most anticipated public events. This free, family-friendly showcase celebrates American airpower, innovation, and the men and women who defend our nation.

Local business sponsorships make this event possible.

Lisa Wilson - Sponsorship Coordinator

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402.671.3736

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Sponsorship@offutt55fss.com

View Official Air Show Information

Become an Air Show Sponsor

VIP Tickets & Parking

Massive Exposure: Tens of thousands of attendees from across Nebraska, Iowa, and beyond

Direct Access: Face-to-face engagement with military families, civilians, veterans, and regional consumers

Brand Credibility: Alignment with the U.S. Air Force mission and national defense

Community Leadership: Tangible support for a signature event that strengthens regional pride

GET VIP TICKETS HERE

VIP Tickets & Parking

Massive Exposure: Tens of thousands of attendees from across Nebraska, Iowa, and beyond

Direct Access: Face-to-face engagement with military families, civilians, veterans, and regional consumers

Brand Credibility: Alignment with the U.S. Air Force mission and national defense

Community Leadership: Tangible support for a signature event that strengthens regional pride

GET VIP TICKETS HERE

VIP Tickets & Parking

Massive Exposure: Tens of thousands of attendees from across Nebraska, Iowa, and beyond

Direct Access: Face-to-face engagement with military families, civilians, veterans, and regional consumers

Brand Credibility: Alignment with the U.S. Air Force mission and national defense

Community Leadership: Tangible support for a signature event that strengthens regional pride

GET VIP TICKETS HERE

Special Thanks To Each Of Our Partners

Featured Sponsors

Contributing Sponsors

Additional Thanks To

Hauptman O'Brien Wolf & Lathrop

Mutual of Omaha

Valmont Industries, Inc.

Alvine Engineering

Midlands Place

OPPD

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the AFIs governing Private Organizations?

The Private Organizations Program is governed by AFI 34-223. Fundraising is governed by DAFI 36-3101, plus the Private Organizations Guide.

What is an Unofficial Unit Activity?

Examples of Unofficial Unit Activities are coffee funds, water fund and snack bar funds.

What determines if your organization should become a Private Organization or stay an Unofficial Unit Activity?

If the activity’s current assets exceed a monthly average of $1000.00 over a three month period, the activity must become a private organization. Do not include the inventory in this calculation.

How do I start a new PO?

First conduct a meeting of the organization and elect a board. Then submit a Memo to establish a New PO, constitution, bylaws, insurance waiver, and officer list package. Once the organization has been approved, then it will establish a bank account and an organization email account. Be sure to inform the Private Org Monitor of the organization’s email address. This will be the only address used to correspond with the Private Org. All completed forms should be sent to 55fss.fsr.privateorganization@us.af.mil for processing and approval.

How do I plan for a successful fundraiser?

To ensure fundraisers are approved in a timely manner, units must submit and route packages correctly. The package must include a Fundraiser Request Form with the facility/venue and Safety’s approval, also if serving food, an approved Public Health Food Booth form, and any form of advertising that the Private Org plans on using for the event such as a flyer. It is imperative that packages be completed electronically by an elected officer and forwarded to the Private Org Office at least five to six weeks prior to the event, preferably 40 days. This will allow ample time for adjustments. Completed forms can be sent to: 55fss.fsr.privateorganization@us.af.mil. The PO/UA monitor will validate that required documents are current and begin the routing process.

Advertisement for the fundraiser is prohibited until the request is formally approved, so if you want to advertise, please adjust the submission for approval accordingly. Example: If the PO wants to advertise the week leading up to the event you will need to submit request at least 7 to 8 weeks prior to event. Government email advertisement is specifically prohibited.

What is considered a fundraiser and how often can one be held?

There are certain fundraisers that are not allowed. The following are prohibited:

  • Fundraisers conducted in uniform
  • Fundraisers conducted by military or civilians during duty time
  • Utilizing government equipment or supplies for the production, planning or promoting of the fundraiser
  • Fundraisers that are gambling related such as raffles, games of chance, or lotteries
  • Fundraisers that include the sale of alcoholic beverages
  • Fundraisers that duplicate MWR or AAFES services

Key Points

  • Fundraisers are very limited during the annual CFC or AFAF seasons.
    • CFC Campaign, 8-weeks, usually 15 Oct – 15 Dec
  • AFAF Campaign, 6-weeks, usually 15 Mar – 30 Apr
  • Fundraisers are limited to three per quarter–applies to on base events.
  • PO/UA may not use government computer systems and equipment to give notice of the event.

Who can I contact if I have questions regarding POs?

You can contact the Private Organization Monitor by calling 402.294.6251 or by email at 55fss.fsr.privateorganization@us.af.mil