Helping a Hero Org

“A draft of the 990 is presented to management and the board. The draft is reviewed and any changes are considered and discussed. Changes, if necessary, are made and the final copy of the 990 is prepared. The Board receives a copy of the 990 for final approval prior to filing.”

“All governing documents, policies, and financial information is available on request. The 990 is publicly displayed on the HAH website at www.helpingahero.org.”

“The Conflict of Interest Policy is reviewed annually and each Board member signs a statement agreeing to follow the Policy. Potential conflicts of interest are reviewed by the Governing Body and appropriate action is taken.”

“Marshall Iler Meredith IlerDirector - Construction Consultant and Former Key EmployeeHusband and Wife”

“The Organization's Board members are all volunteers. Other volunteers assist during groundbreaking and welcome home ceremonies; this assistance includes, but is not limited to, working as greeters, setting up chairs, and putting up flags. During the 2016 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon and also the 2016 National Gala, volunteers assisted in many ways. These included guest check-in, helping to setup for the silent auction, checking out after the event, and ensuring the events run smoothly.”

“Each home is built to address the special adaptation standards for the veteran who will live in the home and is designed to ensure maximum independence, within budget constraints. The veteran's mortgage amount is determined at the end of the building process and is based on the required minimum $50,000 veteran investment, VA grants, HAH grants, upgrades, and any excess costs of the land. The home is recorded at cost plus any in-kind donations from the builder or other sources. The Organization has awarded home grants in 22 states.The Organization conducts a groundbreaking ceremony before the construction of a new home for the wounded warrior. The ceremony allows the Organization to introduce the wounded warrior and his or her family to the community, educate the community about the needs of the wounded warrior, educate other businesses about the opportunity for giving back to wounded warriors, and honor the wounded warrior for his or her service.The Organization has a welcome home ceremony when the home is completed and the wounded hero has taken ownership and is ready to move in. The ceremony allows the Organization to thank all the vendors who donated time or products to the home, as well as, educate the community about the adaptation needs of the wounded hero as a result of his or her permanent injuries.”

“The caregivers, primarily spouses and parents, face the 24/7 day to day challenges supporting our wounded warriors. They are often overlooked and unrecognized. The Organization organizes and offers retreats that pamper, provide encouragement, fun, and camaraderie for these caregivers.The wounded warriors have often been in the military since leaving high school and therefor often are unfamiliar with home maintenance and repair responsibilities and costs. The Organization endeavors to help them develop and make better financial decisions throughout the term of the program.Emergency Needs and Recreation Support - The Organization provides ongoing support for wounded warriors and their families, with priority given to home recipients. This support includes financial support, invitations to sports events rodeos and other forms of entertainment, fishing and hunting outings, and other forms of recreation, and annual Operation Merry Christmas, and others. Over 300 wounded warriors have received assistance.”