Give HOPE, Share HOPE: One Busy Family in New Jersey

Throughout the Fall, we will highlight some of our great supporters and share how they Give HOPE and Share HOPE to our organization and military families.

BMX team shows off the Hope For The Warriors logo

The Cary family lives a busy life with work, a long commute, kids, and more.  We feel so fortunate to have met the Cary family through an event that is held each year in New Jersey.  Since learning about our organization, each family member has done their part to Give HOPE and Share HOPE.  

How the Cary Family Gives HOPE:

Donate to HOPE

Has organized and hosted fundraising events

Races with Team Hope For The Warriors.  Both parents are running the Marine Corps Marathon this year and are our top fundraisers.

Have personally connected with service members and military families.


How the Cary Family Shares HOPE:

The Cary family introduced their entire BMX community to HOPE.  At each event, the team wears the jerseys you see above and they man an information table to share information about HOPE.

They have shared their experiences with friends and family.

Follow us on Facebook and share postings.

Volunteer at events.

Share our Four-Star Rating with Charity Navigator.

Attend HOPE events in their area.

Wear the HOPE logo proudly! (Online store)

Thank you to the entire Cary Family for their support!  View our flyer and see what you can do too!

#tbt ASA Run For The Warriors® 2012

This Sunday is the 2014 ASA Run For The Warriors® in New Orleans, LA. It is sponsored by the American Society of Anesthesiologists and part of the Go ANESTHESIOLOGY™ 2014 annual meeting. For more information on the ASA Run For The Warriors® visit the registration page. 

See you there!

Give Hope, Share Hope: Jean in Wisconsin

Throughout the Fall, we will highlight some of our great supporters and share how they Give Hope and Share Hope to our organization and to our military families. 

Jean is the mother of 5, an avid runner, and has been a member of Team Hope For The Warriors since 2012. Jean organized the Patriot 5K to remember those lost on 9/11 and honor their memory.  This is not the only way that Jean has supported HOPE.

How Jean Gives Hope:

Donates to HOPE

Has hosted a fundraising event for the past three years

Races with Team Hope For The Warriors. Jean was supposed to run the NYC marathon in 2012 with the Team. Hurricane Sandy cancelled the race but Jean still came to NYC, running an unofficial marathon, carrying the USA flag the entire way.


How Jean Shares Hope:

Has written and shared a testimonial of her work with us

Likes us on Facebook and shares many of our postings

Shares our Four-Star Charity Navigator rating with her community

Introduced HOPE to her community

Proudly wears HOPE gear

Thank you to Jean for all of her support to HOPE, our service members, and military families.

View our flyer and see what you can do!

Got Heart, Give Hope Celebration: A Night to Give and Share Hope

Uniform Services University of Health Sciences Color Guard
Photos by P.J. Barbour

On Thursday, October 2, the Got Heart, Give Hope Celebration was held in Washington,D.C. at The Army and Navy Club.  It was a beautiful night with honorees and guest speakers that inspired everyone in the room.  In honor of our campaign this month to Give HOPE and Share HOPE, we highlight how many ways HOPE was given and shared in just one night.

SGT Eric Hunter and his wife Kenna

Give HOPE

• Many individuals donated to Hope For The Warriors through a direct donation or through auction items. 
• Corporate sponsors included Raycom Media, Altria Group, L3 Communications, Plaza Construction, and many more.
• Holding the event at The Army and Navy Club was made possible through the support of Holland & Knight.
• Several organizations talked about hosting future fundraising events for Hope For The Warriors.
• Photographer P.J. Barbour donated his time and services as a photographer for the event.

Singing the National Anthem

Share HOPE

• HOPE was shared by each honoree and guest speaker.  Honorees were: SFC Gary Everett, USA (Ret.), SPC Edward Heddinger, USA (Ret.), and Jeff and Maura Brodeur, Courageous Caregivers.
• Honoree 1LT Brian Donarski, USA (Ret.) could not attend because he was playing golf with former President George W. Bush.  However, he still inspired the room with his video, highlighting HOPE.
• Guest speakers led so many to be inspired.  Emcee, 1LT Edwin Salau, USA (Ret.); COL David W. Sutherland, USA (Ret.); and closing remarks from GEN Richard Cody, USA (Ret.).  We are so thankful for the support of these fine men.
• Many of you shared photos and your thoughts on Facebook and Twitter, letting your followers know about HOPE.
• Local 5th grader, Zara Karim, sang the National Anthem for all to properly honor our flag and our country.
• Medal of Honor recipient Col Barney Barnum, Jr., USMC (Ret.) presented his Challenge Coin to each honoree and to our young singer.  All were honored to meet this hero.
• And more!

COL David Sutherland, USA (Ret.), presents award to honoree, SPC Heddinger

Thank you to all that attend and support this year's Got Heart, Give Hope Celebration in Washington, D.C.  Visit www.gotheartgivehope.org to learn more about the final Celebration in Boston.

Staff Give Hope and Share Hope Everyday!

Give Hope, Share Hope: Frank in Texas

Throughout the Fall, we will highlight some of our great supporters and share how they Give Hope and Share Hope to our organization and to our military families. 

Frank takes the stage

Frank lives in North Texas and was introduced to Hope For The Warriors three years ago. Not only is he an avid supporter of our service members, but he is also a retired soldier and fire fighter in his local community.

How Frank Gives Hope:

Donates to HOPE
Has hosted a fundraising event for the past three years
Personally connects with local service members and veterans

How Frank Shares Hope:

Has written and shared a testimonial of his work with us
Likes us on Facebook and shares many of our postings
Volunteers at events and to support local veterans
Shares our Four-Star Charity Navigator rating with his community
Attends HOPE events in his area
Wrote a review on greatnonprofits.org
Introduced HOPE to his employer
Proudly wears HOPE gear

Thank you to Frank for all of his support to HOPE, our service members, and military families.

View our flyer and see what you can do!

#tbt Got Heart, Give Hope Gala 2010

Tonight is our third Got Heart, Give Hope® Celebration of the year. For more information on tonight's Celebration in Washington, D.C., including the list of honorees, visit gotheartgivehope.org.

Learn How You can Give & Share HOPE to Military Families!

Hope For The Warriors® is very fortunate to have many great supporters demonstrating unique ideas on how they give and share HOPE to military families. As we approach the end of 2014, we’ll be highlighting these creative supporters and sharing ways you can also Share HOPE and Give HOPE. 

If you want to have your story of HOPE highlighted in the blog, please contact Ashley Monaghan at amonaghan@hopeforthewarriors.org.