'We love our veterans' - Sisters raise thousands to assist senior vets on Honor Flights.

Over $30,000 has been raised for the cause by the two Ohio sisters, who are 12 and 8 years old.

'We love our veterans' - Sisters raise thousands to assist senior vets on Honor Flights.
'We love our veterans' - Sisters raise thousands to assist senior vets on Honor Flights.

Two sisters from southwestern Ohio are making a significant contribution to America's veterans by collecting thousands of dollars for Honor Flights.

Tessa Ziegler, who is 12 years old, and Raya Ziegler, who is eight years old, raised over $30,000 to support the Honor Flight Network, which transports veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit monuments that commemorate their service.

On "America's Newsroom" Thursday, Tessa expressed her love for seeing the smiles on the faces of veterans after they returned home from the Honor Flight.

After participating in an Honor Flight, the duo was motivated to become part of the cause, as stated by the older sister.

"My mom inspired me because we really enjoyed our Honor Flight experience and wanted to return."

Raya shared with co-anchor Bill Hemmer that she was motivated to assist at a young age "due to her admiration for veterans and their kind nature."

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Rachel Ziegler, mother of two fundraising sisters, stated that it is a privilege to assist in supporting America's veterans through the Honor Flights Network.

Our veterans are highly respected here, and we are aware that many of the veterans currently on Honor Flights are Vietnam and Korean War veterans. These veterans did not receive a proper homecoming and were often subjected to disrespect and hostility.

"To witness Honor Flight homecomings and greet them with the respect and gratitude they deserve, it's an emotional experience. The veterans are elated and tearful, making it a truly remarkable program."

by Madeline Coggins

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