VENZA Summit Challenge Raises Awareness for Combat-wounded Veteran Families
May 25, 2021 Beginning on May 3rd, VENZA challenged their two 25-person teams to log in their daily steps with a team goal to reach the heights of Mt Everest daily (85,000+ steps) for 21 days straight. The VENZA Summit Challenge raised funds and awareness for the combat-wounded veteran families that Wounded Warriors Family Support […]
Omaha Patriotic Parade
May 26, 2021 Thousands of people came to downtown Omaha on Friday evening to honor Gold Star families and veterans for Memorial Day. Wounded Warriors Family Support was proud to be part of the parade and to spread awareness of the families we serve on a daily basis. The Patriotic Parade was organized by Patriotic […]
Charity Navigator Awards Wounded Warriors Family Support their top 4-Star Rating, Again!
June 1, 2021 On behalf of Charity Navigator, I wish to congratulate Wounded Warriors Family Support on attaining the coveted 4-star rating for demonstrating strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency. The nonprofit sector is advancing and expanding. As our organizations evolve, so do the desires and interests of our supporters. Astute donors […]
Wise Giving: Memorial Day Contributions & Protecting Yourself from Check Fraud
Better Business Bureau, On May 31st, Memorial Day, we are reminded of those who gave their lives while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Some of us will seek to honor and respect those who gave the ultimate sacrifice by donating to charities that address a variety of issues and needs facing veterans, military service […]
WWFS takes part in Air Force Wounded Warrior Virtual Care Fair
May 19, 2021 Wounded Warriors Family Support was invited to share our mission and programs during the Air Force Wounded Warrior Virtual Care Fair. Our Program Manager, Steve Kington, did a wonderful job of explaining our current programs and how our organization assists our caregivers and their families. We are thankful to have been invited […]
WWFS Sponsors Camp Corral and Offering Travel Grants to Families
April 14, 2021 Wounded Warriors Family Support is proud to announce a new sponsorship with Camp Corral. Our missions of serving our nation’s wounded warrior families made this a wonderful partnership. Camp Corral provides specialized camping experiences to the children of wounded, ill, or fallen parents which provides them with opportunities to build emotional resilience […]
WWFS Donates to USO to Help Support Veteran Families
March 2, 2021 Wounded Warriors Family Support is proud to present a $5,000.00 check to the USO. The USO continues to support our nation’s military and their families for over seven decades as they defend our country and its freedoms. By providing support to our servicemen and women as they perform their most challenging duties […]
USA Today: Year in Defense Special Edition
We are proud to be included in the USA Today Year in Defense special edition of their paper! The edition focuses on all thing military related, but we love reading the stories about our nation’s military families overcoming obstacles and their successes. A special thank you to veteran caregiver, Sheila, for her amazing feedback! You […]
The 50 Best Charities to Give to Right Now
It’s the season of giving — and doing your part is more important than ever. There are so many ways to give back: you could volunteer, start a fundraiser, or do a random act of kindness. You may also consider donating money to a charity or nonprofit. But before you make a decision on where […]
Wise Giving: Veterans Day Contributions
Better Business Bureau, On Veterans Day we think of those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Some donors will choose to honor this day by contributing to charities that address a variety of issues and needs facing veterans, military service members and/or their families. To help contributors make wise giving decisions, BBB Wise Giving […]