Helping a Hero 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 bu the Board and appropriate action is taken.”

“The 990 is reviewed by the Board prior to filing.”

“The Organizations 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 2019 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon and the 2020 National Gala, volunteers assisted in may ways. They assisted with guest check-in, setup of silent auction, check out after the event, and helping everything run smooth.”

“First Accomplishment Each home is built to address the special adaption standards for the veteran who will live in the home and is designed to ensure maximum independence, within budget constraints. The veterans mortgage amount is determined at the end of the building process and is based on the required minimum 50,000 veteran investment, VA grants, Helping a Hero grants, upgrades, and any excess costs of the land. The home is recorded at cost plus and in0kind donations from the builder or other sources. The organization has awarded home grants in 23 states. The organization conducts a groundbreaking ceremony before the construction of a new home for a 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 warior for his or her service. The Organizatin 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 and 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 spouces 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 therefore often are unfamiliar with home maintenance, repair responsibilities, and cost. The Organization endeavors to help them develop and make better financial decisions thoughtout the term of the program.Emergance 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, fishing and hunting outings, other forms of recreation and entertainment, and the annual Operation Merry Christmas. Over 500 wounded worriors have received assistance.”