A Torch of Freedom: Holiday Tribute for Our Troops;  is a spectacular inaugural affair to salute our men and women of the Armed Forces.  The event will take place on December 14th, 2008 at Nokia Theater in New York City.

A Torch of Freedom is being coordinated by NewYork.com in conjunction with the Soldiers', Sailors', Marines', Coast Guard and Airmen's Club, Inc (SSMAC). It will serve as a kick-off to annual high profile benefit events commencing in 2009.  These events will raise much-needed funds for SSMAC and present aspiring performing artists with the opportunity to earn their sought after fame in New York City. 

For close to ninety years, the Soldiers’, Sailors’, Marines’, Coast Guard & Airmen’s Club has taken care of our men and women of the Armed Forces. They offer well maintained club and lodging rooms at very affordable rates to both military members and their families. Presently, SSMAC is working alongside the Department of Labor to develop a job training and placement program for veterans and military personnel entering the civilian community.

Become a part of this historical, media and press filled event by purchasing tax-deductible tickets to the evening tribute concert on December 14th featuring the “#1 Greatest Singer of All Time” (Rolling Stone Magazine) - Aretha Franklin. Although, we are still searching for sponsors, attending this event will benefit SSMAC and can be used as a holiday gift for you, your colleagues and employees.