The Association of Graduates and Air Force Academy Foundation now offers a new benefit to better memorialize USAFA graduates and support their families.

Gone But Not Forgotten, which has for decades appeared in Checkpoints magazine, has transitioned to a dedicated, annual publication for all AOG members. Here’s A Toast: Gone But Not Forgotten is available digitally at no cost to members. Individuals may also wish to purchase a printed copy; the $25 fee supports providing one complimentary copy to families of those memorialized. Order here or by calling 719-472-0300.

As the Academy’s graduate population ages, Checkpoints has become increasingly insufficient in accommodating the growing number of submitted memorial articles. Here’s A Toast honors the Long Blue Line by sharing the personal stories of graduates, cadets, Air Training Officers and AOG Honorary Members. It is similar to West Point’s TAPS.

The inaugural Here’s A Toast includes memorial articles published in Checkpoints in 2024, along with any additional 2024 memorial articles submitted by Jan. 29, 2025.

Memorial articles for 2025 deaths should be emailed when ready to ensure the Association posts the tribute on usafa.org/heritage/gbnf. Articles for 2025 deaths will be published around spring 2026. A major benefit of transitioning to an annual publication is that 2025 memorial articles may run up to 800 words — double the current limit. Each memorial article will be respectfully presented on its own page.

Past memorial articles printed in Checkpoints are available as a commemorative keepsake for $15 each. These keepsakes include the photo that ran with the tribute and are printed on sturdy paper, suitable for framing. Articles come enclosed in a blue linen folder and can be ordered here.

Death notices, including the name, class year and date of death, will continue to appear in Checkpoints magazine.

For more information on submitting a memorial article, visit usafanextofkin.org. Memorial articles can also be emailed to Next-of-Kin Support Specialist Terri Davis at deceasednotifications@usafa.org.