Operation: Community Salute is dedicated to honoring Military service men and women and their families, by offering week long, cost-free family vacations to soldiers returning from deployment. These family vacations would include lodging, shows, attractions, food and all the Smoky Mountain adventures they desire.

There is no better location than the Smoky Mountains for Rest & Recreation and reconnecting with one another; and Sevier County would be the only place in the United States offering this full service benefit to American Heros. Through the VIP Liberty Pass Program, well deserving soldiers will be nominated to receive the vacation packages. Upon selection, our team will make all arrangements for their ideal Smoky Mountain family vacation.

Predomiant leaders in Sevier County and Washington, DC and have given their full support in promoting our organization on behalf of our community and our nation. But to make all this a reality we need partners who want to help champion the cause. Be seen as leaders, calling our community to get involved in giving back to those who have sacrificed so much for us. We're looking for people who want to be a part of creating an American Legacy...for family, friends, God and country.

Guardians of the Smokies

Honoring those committed to serve & protect

Operation: Community Salute is thrilled to announce our newest program developed to show appreciation to Local First Responders with a Heroe’s Reward.

Nominated individuals will receive rewards that include R&R Getaways, Outdoor Adventures, Attraction Tickets and Restaurant & Store gift cards.

Nominations will be rotated through the four First Responder Agencies – Fire Department, Law Enforcement, EMS and National Guard. Leaders of each agency will make the nominations for those deserving a heroes’ reward.