Raritan Fire Department Golf Tournament Raises Funds for Heroes
June 15, 2024 The Raritan Golf Tournament, an annual philanthropic event, hit the greens at Twin Oaks Golf Course in Blandinsville, IL on June 15, 2024. Organized by the Raritan Fire Department since 2019, this tournament raises crucial funds to support the families of combat-wounded veterans through Wounded Warriors Family Support. This year, the community […]
Wounded Warriors Family Support Awards Scholarships to Omaha North High School JROTC Honor Cadets
April 25, 2024 Wounded Warriors Family Support is proud to collaborate with the Marine Corps League-Miguel Keith Detachment 609 to recognize future leaders active in the Omaha North High School Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. Cadet/Staff Sgt. Victor O. Ido and Cadet/Sgt. A’Laiah L. Townsell have been honored for outstanding leadership and service. In addition […]
Wounded Warriors Family Support’s 13 Heroes Ford Bronco will be Displayed During 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit
April 22, 2024 Wounded Warriors Family Support will have a colorful and patriotic vehicle on display at the UAW Solidarity House during the 2024 NFL Draft Thursday through Saturday in Detroit. The 13 Heroes Ford Bronco honors the last American service members to lose their lives in Afghanistan on Aug. 26, 2021. “We will never […]
Wounded Warriors Family Support Donates Nearly $30,000 in Cleaning, Paper Products to Victory Apartments
April 15, 2024 Support and unity were recently displayed when Wounded Warriors Family Support donated nearly $30,000 in cleaning and paper products to Victory Apartments veterans. “Our veterans gave their all. It’s our turn to stand by them,” Wounded Warriors Family Support CEO and President Kate McCauley said. “By coming together, we can ensure […]
A United Front, Wounded Warriors Family Support partners with the Young Marines National Foundation
March 27, 2024 Together, we are stronger. That’s the underlying principle as two benevolent forces supporting Young Marines and Veteran families—Wounded Warriors Family Support and Young Marines National Foundation—unite in an unprecedented partnership. With the support of Wounded Warriors Family Support, the Young Marines National Foundation (YMNF) donated $128,000 to the Young Marines, a national youth […]
WWFS Board Member Spotlight, Mark J. Grant
December 3, 2024 This month’s board member spotlight is Mark J. Grant, Chairman of the Investment Committee. Mark Grant is a testament to his strength of character and unwavering determination. Fondly referred to as the “Wizard of Wall Street,” his wisdom and financial acumen, honed over decades, are unparalleled. Grant’s dedication to his work is […]
Runza Restaurant Customers Donate to Wounded Warriors Family Support
November 9th, 2023 Runza Restaurants hosted their monthly Dine Out event this month, Tuesday, November 8th, for Wounded Warriors Family Support. 10% of all sales will be donated to benefit combat-wounded veteran families. Runza focuses their fundraising efforts towards organizations that support children’s needs. This makes them a wonderful partner in the mission of Wounded […]
Wounded Warriors Family Support Awarded Top-Rated Status by Great Nonprofits!
Nov 6, 2023 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 returns bigger than ever
September 18, 2023 Three years after his death, the friends and family of local veteran Hunter Frank are still finding new ways to celebrate his life and give back to the community. This year’s Hunter Alexander Frank Memorial Ride and Benefit expanded into an all-day event Saturday at the Steele County Fairgrounds, including a car […]
Scooter’s Coffee® Presents $58,960 Donation to Wounded Warriors Family Support to Help Combat-Wounded Veterans and Their Families
September 7, 2023 Through a $58,960 check donation that was presented to Wounded Warriors Family Support (WWFS) today, Scooter’s Coffee will help the organization provide valuable resources and programs to combat-wounded veterans and families of veterans wounded, injured or killed in action. Between Aug. 2-11, and in connection with Purple Heart Day on Aug. 7, […]