Check presentation
Eric Pedersen presents a symbolic check worth $1,422,896.40 to U.S. Air Force Col. Billy Thompson, 23d Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Frank Batten, 23d WG command chief, during the 2012 Annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at Moody Air Force Base, Ga., April 17, 2012. The check represented what it would have cost the base to provide its volunteer services if a paid staff was used. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Douglas Ellis/Released)