PHOENIX (Nov. 11, 2024) – Banner Plans & Networks proudly sponsored today’s Phoenix Veterans Day Parade organized by Honoring America’s Veterans. The 28th annual parade wound through central Phoenix today with the theme "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans, sacrifice remembered," paying tribute to the brave individuals who served during that era.
The parade provided an opportunity for the community to come together in remembrance and appreciation for the service provided by our veterans. As one of the leading sponsors, Banner Plans and Networks participated in the celebration with a group of team members who proudly walked alongside their decorated vehicle featuring an impressive American eagle inflatable, symbolizing unity and support for our veterans.
"We are proud to support and honor our Vietnam veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country," said Chuck Lehn, president of Banner Plans and Networks. “It is important to remember and recognize their bravery and dedication to serving our nation. The parade was a moving tribute to those who have selflessly defended our freedom.”
About Banner Plans & Networks
Banner Plans & Networks (BPN) is a locally owned health plan and is a recognized Medicaid managed care leader. Launched in 1985, BPN began as a Medicaid contractor and has expanded operations to include Medicaid, Medicare, and integrated behavioral health (BH) services across Arizona. BPN owns and operates: Banner – University Family Care/ACC, Banner – University Family Care/ALTCS, and Banner Medicare Advantage and includes more than 340,000 lives in Arizona. Committed to serving vulnerable populations, BPN is the only Arizona plan that holds membership in the Association for Community Affiliated Plans, a national trade association for nonprofit Safety Net Health Plans that are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of lower income people and/or people with significant health needs. Parent company, Banner Health, is one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the country, with operations in six states.
About Honoring America’s Veterans
Founded in 2011, Honoring America’s Veterans salutes veterans and their loved ones by thanking, honoring, and recognizing them for their service and patriotism to our country. HAV is a 501c3 that presents the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade, the Veterans Leadership Forum, the Parade’s Veterans Grand Marshal Competition, the Parade’s High School Essay Competition, the Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony, the Parade Victory Party/Awards Event and offers support to the National Memorial Cemetery’s Memorial Day Program.
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