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2024 Winners:

Alex & Heather (Tricoli) Padworski

Amanda Lee Seely Photography

 
 
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Celebrating 14 years of giving back to our Service Men & Women!

Congratulations to our 2024 winners… Alexander Padworski, US Navy Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class & Heather Tricoli

*See below for complete participating sponsor list!

““Thank you so much for giving us our dream wedding! To all of the people that made this possible, thank you for the incredible support you show to the military, active and veteran. We are so thankful for you making this dream come true for us!””
— Alex & Heather Padworski, 2024 Wedding Giveback Recipients

What is the Veterans Day Wedding Giveback?

In 2011, Brecknock Hall, in partnership with Peconic Landing, created the Veterans Day Wedding Giveback—an opportunity to thank our military personnel and recognize them for their service. Through the generosity of area businesses & fellow wedding industry professionals the event, now in its 14th year, has become a much anticipated annual staple at Brecknock Hall and awards one deserving military couple a dream wedding.  

““Our Veterans Day Wedding Giveback is a heartfelt tribute to honor and support those who have served our nation,” said Robert J. Syron, President and CEO of Peconic Landing. “Alex and Heather embody the spirit of resilience and commitment, and it is a privilege to help them celebrate their love on this special day.””
— Robert Syron, President & Ceo, Peconic Landing

Requirements

  • At least one partner must be serving or must have served in the US Armed Forces

  • Three tasteful, high res photos of the couple must be submitted with application

  • Written reference from commanding officer if still serving or proof of honorable discharge if a Veteran                                                                            

  • Applicants must be available for in-person or Skype interview

  • Winning couple must agree to sign a media/photo release form

  • All applications must be in by advertised deadline of 4/5/25

Details

  • Wedding will take place on the Sunday of Veterans Day Weekend (11/9/25)

  • Application process begins in January of the wedding year. Follow Brecknock Hall on Facebook & Instagram for announcements.

  • Number of guests limited to 82, including the couple to be married

  • Winning couple will be notified by May

  • Final vendor selection will be at the discretion of Peconic Landing Committee Members

  • Winners responsible for bar & staffing charges and gratuities to vendors