Military Community
Alliance
The Sky Islands Regional Partnership Military Community Alliance committee enhances communication, and support between Fort Huachuca and local businesses. Each year, the committee proudly hosts the “Bring a Veteran to Lunch” event, a special gathering that honors and celebrates the service of Veterans in our community.
Committee Members
Brenda Petitt
Haymore Real Estate
1SG Philip Boggs
US Army
CSM Terrina Anderson
US Army
Maria Jimenez
Sky Islands Regional Partnership
Robyn Martin
Cochise College
Greg Algorri
VFW Post 9972
Eric Grisham
Arizona @ Work
Aimee Randazzo
USO Fort Huachuca
Scott Freeman
Fenes LLC
Wallace Ricks
James Clenney
MOAA
2026 Cochise County Veteran of the Year Award
Program Overview
Sky Islands Regional Partnership’s (SIRP) Military Community Alliance (MCA) is sponsoring the Cochise County Veteran of the Year Award, recognizing and honoring a U.S. military veteran residing in Cochise County who has demonstrated exceptional post-service contributions to the community, professional excellence, civic engagement, and patriotism. The awardee will be recognized at the annual SIRP "Bring a Vet to Lunch" event and potentially other engagements across the county throughout the calendar year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a U.S. military veteran with honorable discharge (Redacted DD-214 required)
- Resident of Cochise County
- Demonstrated outstanding service to the community in civic, volunteer, business, education, healthcare, or other sectors.
- Cannot be a current member of the selection committee
Nomination Process
Nomination Period: September 1 – September 30
Selection Period: October 1 – October 31
Official Recognition: Sky Islands Regional Partnership Bring a Vet to Lunch, Wednesday, November 5, 2025
