In 2015, Rocky Mountain NDIA established the Patriot Awards, designed to recognize Americans who demonstrated a profound and abiding love of country and whose inspirational leadership, actions, and selfless dedication symbolize our nation’s ideals, values, and founding principles. The award is intended for U.S. military personnel in the enlisted grades, company-grade officers, warrant officers, government civilians, and Air Force Academy cadets.

The recognition is focused on military personnel stationed in the Colorado Springs area representing the major military organizations and bases.