Empowering Heroes: The Role of Nonprofit Organizations for Veterans
America’s defenders – the men and women who have served our country with honor – frequently find themselves ill-prepared for the sometimes insurmountable hurdles of post-military life. These brave men and women deserve more than just gratitude – they need real support. That’s where nonprofit organizations come in, helping heroes gain access to the care […]
CFC Military: Strengthening Support for Our Nation’s Heroes
Philanthropy and the federal workforce have gone hand-in-hand for years, thanks in large part to the Combined Federal Campaign, which channels donations to deserving charities. Everyday heroes, our military men and women, alongside their loved ones, put their lives on the line for our freedom – the CFC repays their bravery with crucial aid. Imagine […]
Nebraska Army Veteran Presented with Chevy Silverado During Nebraska-UCLA Halftime at Memorial Stadium
November 4, 2024 Wounded Warriors Family Support, Operation Hat Trick and the University of Nebraska presented U.S. Army veteran Ben Marksmeier with a 2024 Chevy Silverado as part of the Mobility is Freedom program. Operation Hat Trick donated $30,000 to assist Wounded Warriors Family Support with the vehicle purchase. Marksmeier, a Wisner native and Wisner-Pilger […]
Red Robin Will Offer Veteran Gift Card Fundraiser to Benefit Wounded Warriors Family Support
Oct 30th, 2024 In honor of Veterans Day, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews will collect gift cards for local veterans in Omaha, Lincoln and Minneapolis. The Buy a Veteran a Gift Card fundraiser will benefit Wounded Warriors Family Support families. Individuals can purchase gift cards at participating Red Robin restaurants throughout November and let […]
Wounded Warriors Family Support & Assurant Honors Texas Army Veteran with Modified 2024 Chevy Tahoe SUV
October 28, 2024 Assurant, through the Assurant Foundation, and Wounded Warriors Family Support presented retired U.S. Army veteran Stephanie Johnson of San Antonio, Texas, with a specially modified 2024 Chevy Tahoe SUV as part of the WWFS Mobility is Freedom program. The presentation occurred Monday afternoon at Assurant’s Atlanta offices. “Recognizing and honoring our […]
Runza Restaurants Will Donate 10% of Nov. 12 Sales to Wounded Warriors Family Support
Oct 16th, 2024 Runza Restaurants will donate 10% of Nov. 12 sales at 25 participating Omaha metro locations to Wounded Warriors Family Support. “Runza Restaurants is proud to take an active role in every community we serve,” Runza Restaurants Director of Marketing Becky Perrett said. “More than a responsibility, it’s our privilege to positively […]
MJ Senior Living to Honor Wounded Warriors Family Support at Live2Lead Annual Leadership Event
Oct 16, 2024 “When you believe the best about people and give them your best, it brings out the best.” – John C. Maxwell, The John Maxwell Company founder, leadership expert and New York Times bestselling author. Wounded Warriors Family Support is honored to be the featured nonprofit during the MJ Senior Living Live2Lead annual […]
Wounded Warriors Family Support Awarded 2024 Top-Rated Status by Great Nonprofits
Oct 3, 2024 Every year, thousands of military and veteran families are served through Wounded Warriors Family Support’s (WWFS) Programs. Many of these families will share their experiences with the American public via the Greatnonprofits website. The reviews and comments shared on the GreatNonprofits site are left by the families and veterans themselves, in their […]
Hunter Alexander Frank Memorial Ride of Owatonna, MN Donates $10k to WWFS
September 20, 2024 The Hunter Alexander Frank Memorial Ride and Benefit continued in 2024. Each year it grows in the small towns surrounding Owatonna, Minnestota. These small towns all come together to honor the memory of Hunter at an all-day event at the Steele County Fairgrounds, including a car and bike show, food trucks, and […]
Wounded Warriors Family Support Provides Veterans with Program Toward Financial Competency and Independence.
September 20, 2024 According to a 2021 Military Family Support Programming Survey, 80.7% of respondents indicated that their finances caused them some stress over the past 12 months. The survey also revealed that over three-quarters (75.8%) of military and veteran family respondents indicated they carry debt and slightly more than half (51.2%) experienced barriers to […]
