Date:
Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Location:
Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
2660 Woodley Road, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008

Honoring
Gary Sinise, Actor
USO Service Members of the Year
USO Volunteer of the Year

Downloads
2009 USO Gala Fact Sheet
2009 USO Gala Sponsor Benefits

 

2009 USO Gala Sponsors

 

Chairman

 
 

Vice Chairman

 
 

Four Star Sponsors

 
 

Three Star Sponsors

 

    Northrop Grumman Corporation

      Lockheed Martin

        General Dynamics

          Worth Linen Associates

         

        Guests:

         

        On October 7, 2009, the USO will hold its annual USO Gala in Washington, D.C. This star-studded event will feature well-known entertainers from USO celebrity entertainment tours and will recognize a special volunteer, as well as honorees selected by the Senior Enlisted representatives from each branch of the armed forces for their extraordinary bravery, loyalty, and heroism.

        An estimated 900 guests will gather to pay special tribute to our men and women in uniform. Guests will include Washington dignitaries, Members of Congress, military leadership, celebrities, members of the USO Board of Governors, USO corporate sponsors and the media.

        For over six decades, the USO (United Service Organizations) has been providing morale, welfare and recreational services to U.S. military personnel and their families. The USO is a nonprofit, charitable organization, relying on the generosity of the American people to support its programs and services.

        For more information, please contact the Director of Special Events & Projects.

        FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

        How do I get my tickets for the reception/dinner?
        There are no “tickets” for the event. Upon arrival, you will need to check in at the registration desk. You need to provide your name and or organization/company. It is very important that you confirm that your name is on our guest list.
        *Note: If you are attending on behalf of a Gala sponsor, please contact them to ensure that they have submitted your name.

        Where is the event being held?
        Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
        2660 Woodley Road, N.W.
        Washington, D.C. 20008

        How do I get to the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel?
        The Marriott Wardman Park Hotel is located at 2660 Woodley Road, N.W., on the corner or Connecticut Avenue and Woodley Road.

        By Metro:
        Exit at the Woodley Park Metro Station (Red Line).

        Driving from Washington, DC / Dulles Airport:
        Follow the signs to I-66 east to Washington
        Follow I-66 to the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge (US Route 50)
        Take the Constitution Avenue exit off of the bridge
        Continue on Constitution Avenue for 6 blocks and make a left turn onto 17th Street
        Continue on Connecticut Avenue for 1 mile
        Cross over the William Taft Bridge
        Make a left turn at the 3rd light after the bridge onto Woodley Avenue
        The hotel entrance is on the left

        Driving from Baltimore/BWI Airport:
        Take I-95 south to I-495 west
        Take Exit 33, Connecticut Avenue southbound
        Continue on Connecticut Avenue for about 6.5 miles
        Turn right onto Woodley Road
        The hotel entrance is on the left

        Driving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
        Follow the signs to Washington D.C. (George Washington Parkway)
        Take I-395 north to Route 1 (Route 1 is the 14th Street Bridge)
        Merge to the far left lane on the bridge and follow the signs for 14th Street
        Take 14th Street for 1 mile
        Turn left onto K Street
        Continue on K for 5 blocks
        Turn right onto Connecticut Avenue
        Follow Connecticut Avenue for 1 mile
        Cross over the William Taft Bridge
        Make a left turn at the 3rd light after the bridge onto Woodley Rd
        The Hotel entrance is on left

        Is there parking available?
        Hourly and discounted valet parking is available on-site.

        How may I secure hotel accommodations in conjunction with the event?
        The USO has a limited room block at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel for a rate of $239 per night (Oct. 6 & 7). For reservations, please call (202) 328-2000.

        Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
        2660 Woodley Road, N.W.
        Washington, D.C. 20008

        Is the Gala open to media? How do I make arrangements to cover the event?
        The gala is open to the press. You should contact the USO Communications Department for details mphillips@uso.org.

        How can I find additional information?
        Please e-mail the USO at shacker@uso.org or call (703) 556-4221.