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HISTORYMISSION STATEMENT The mission of Hope For The Warriors® is to enhance the quality of life for post-9/11 service members, their families, and families of the fallen who have sustained physical and psychological wounds in the line of duty. Hope For The Warriors® is dedicated to restoring a sense of self, restoring the family unit, and restoring hope for our service members and our military families.

CORE VALUES Hope For The Warriors® understands the challenges, pride, and joy of being a military family. For today, tomorrow, and years to come, we will strive to meet the changing needs of service members, veterans, and their families.

ETHOSHope For The Warriors® is a family, united by our shared conviction of honor and sacrifice.

HISTORY Hope For The Warriors® was founded by military wives in 2006 as they witnessed, firsthand, the effects of the war on service members and their families. Hope For The Warriors® remains grounded in family values as the organization expands both the span of programs offered and the number of wounded, family members, and families of the fallen assisted.

The leadership of the organization remains in the dedicated hands of military family members. Together, our board of directors, staff, and volunteers work tirelessly to serve those who have sacrificed so much. The integrity of our organization is paramount and therefore our representatives are as honorable and noble as our mission and the people we serve.

BRANCHES OF SERVICEHope For The Warriors® serves active duty, National Guard, and reserve service members and veterans from all branches of the military.

Photo by Mike Moberley

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LOCATIONSHOPE FOR THE WARRIORS® IS REPRESENTED NATIONALLY WITH OFFICES AND STAFF ACROSS THE COUNTRY.

Illinois9514 S. Trumbull Ave.Chicago, IL 60805

New York City55 Water St., 31st Floor Building Mgt. Office New York, NY 10041

North Carolina PMB 48 1335 Suite E, Western Blvd. Jacksonville, NC 28546

Wounded Warrior Battalion EastCamp Lejeune, NC T: 910.938.1817 F: 910.401.1222

Texas5410 Basswood Blvd., Suite 5Fort Worth, TX 76137

16300 Katy Fwy., Suite 170Houston, TX 77094T: 832.321.5814F: 888.503.2054

Washington, D.C., Metro Area 5101C Backlick Rd. Annandale, VA 22003 T: 877.246.7349 F: 703.256.3702

Cody, WYLos Angeles, CASalt Lake City, UTTampa, FL

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CAREER TRANSITION & EDUCATIONThe Career Transition & Education pillar focuses on programs that support the career and educational goals of service members, veterans, and family members. Our team works closely with employers to create program opportunities for service members and spouses as they prepare for their transition out of the military, and after they have left the military ranks. Partnerships with universities are built to meet the needs of today’s veteran college students. Biannual scholarships are awarded to both spouses and caregivers recognizing and supporting the new role shouldered within their families. Program work is completed through intensive multi-day programs, one-day seminars, educational webinars, one-on-one mentoring, and more.

PROGRAM WORK INCLUDES:Above & Beyond Professional Development ProgramCollege Initiative ProgramSpouse/Caregiver ScholarshipsSocial Work/Military Family Focused Internships

“Hope For The Warriors® and the Above & Beyond Program have truly saved my life.

If it was not for their beliefs, their guidance, their contacts, I am sure I would still be in

the depths of hell, dealing with my depression.”-Gunnery Sergeant Blaz Gamez, USMC (Ret.)

Photo by Paul Oberle

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CLINICAL HEALTH & WELLNESSOur Clinical Health & Wellness programs provide a holistic, trauma-informed approach in addressing the physical, psychological, social, and environmental needs of the wounded warrior, their family, and families of the fallen. Whether experiencing physical and/or psychological wounds, wounded warriors and their families ultimately seek to find a quality of life that embraces wellness – an empowering choice toward a healthy and fulfilling life. The many programs, facilitated by licensed professionals, offer a comprehensive spectrum of services to meet the needs of wounded warriors and their families at various points in their recovery and, ultimately, in seeking health and wellness for self and family.

PROGRAM WORK INCLUDES:Clinical Supportive Services Critical Care CoordinationFamily Reintegration ProgramMaster of Social Work Internship

Outreach & Education A Warrior’s Wish®Women Veterans Initiative

“I was introduced to Hope For The Warriors® in their earliest days. I had noticed the

above and beyond attention they gave my family and me then. Now, years later, they

still call and check on my family and me and they have never forgotten me.”-Derek Hughes, Former Army Specialist

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SPORTS & RECREATIONHope For The Warriors® recognizes that pursuing athletic goals and sports is a key component of the physical and psychological recovery for service members and military families. Program work includes the reintroduction of a loved sport or hobby, or the opportunity to gain new skills with the use of adaptive equipment. Through sports and recreation, Hope For The Warriors® builds a community that embraces the warrior athlete, supporting their rehabilitation and mental health.

PROGRAM WORK INCLUDES:Run For The Warriors®Team Hope For The Warriors® (National)Team Hope For The Warriors® (Local Community Groups)Kids’ Team Hope For The Warriors®Outdoor Adventures (Hunting, Fishing, Sailing, and more)

“Team Hope For The Warriors® has helped me and many wounded service members

get back into running, hand-cycling, biking and more. With help from Hope For The

Warriors®, I was able to compete in my first 10K only 12 weeks after my injury and my

first half marathon four months later. Hope For The Warriors® helped me reach my

goal of a triathlon only one year after my injury.”-Cpl Manny Jimenez, USMC (Ret.)

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COMMUNITY & MILITARY RELATIONSThe Community & Military Relations pillar engages both military and civilian communities, uniting corporate and civil leaders, school districts, military agencies, and more to work together with a shared goal of embracing the military families within their community. Hope For The Warriors® provides education and resources to service members and their families as they transition out of the military. By developing relationships within the community—through both events and program work—Hope For The Warriors® builds a new, supportive community for the military family.

PROGRAM WORK INCLUDES:Community OutreachFamily SupportPanel Discussions/Workshop ParticipationMilitary Culture Competency Training

“One of the greatest gifts one can receive is the gift of Hope. Through the most difficult

time in my life, it was hard to find Hope. Hope For The Warriors® gave me that gift.

They continue to stand by my side through my journey and at my weakest points they

remind me what Hope is all about. Because of Hope For The Warriors®, I now give

Hope to others.”--Samantha Bradley, Spouse of a Fallen Marine

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MILITARY FAMILY SUPPORTService members are surrounded by family—spouses, children, parents, and more, who support their vow to serve. Hope For The Warriors® program work includes family as part of the full cycle of care that is provided every single day.

PROGRAM WORK WITH FAMILIES INCLUDES:Family Reintegration Program—Counsel families to help cope with the veteran’s PTSD and in some cases, their own PTSD

Above & Beyond Professional Development—Support the career transition of service members and spouses as the family transitions out of the military

Spouse/Caregiver Scholarships—Recognize new educational needs for spouses post injury or loss

Team Hope For The Warriors®—Foster strong family ties through shared athletic experiences

Run For The Warriors®—Nationwide race series creates community involvement and support for military families

Outdoor Adventures—Provide joint couples’ hunting and outdoors trips as well as women’s trips planned throughout the country

Military Culture Competency—Train organizations in the complexities and challenges of the military lifestyle

Community Outreach—Offer events and programs throughout local communities for military families to develop friendships and build a new network of support

“My husband is a combat wounded veteran who was injured in 2006. We needed

help relocating and finding employment for my husband and Hope For The Warriors®

changed our lives dramatically. They are angels to us.”-Shirley Claude, Military Family Member

Photo by Lewis Marien

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MILITARY CHILD PROGRAMS According to the Department of Defense, there are more than 1.3 million military children who are school-aged. More than 700,000 children have experienced the deployment of one parent or more since 2001. Hope For The Warriors® focuses programs on the entire family unit, including those who serve with pride, but without choice.

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN INCLUDE:Family Reintegration Program—Therapy and education to help families better understand the effects of PTSD

Military Competency Training—Educate groups to better understand the challenges of today’s military child, including vicarious trauma

Childcare Support—Provided during marital counseling clinics and retreats to give children quality care and attention while parents focus on strengthening their marriage

Kids’ Team Hope For The Warriors®—Runs increase children’s physical fitness while supporting warriors nationwide

Run For The Warriors®—Nationwide series across the country includes 1-Mile Walk/Run or shorter to increase participation from our youth

Outdoor Adventures—Hunting and fishing opportunities cater to families, including children of all ages

Community Outreach—Events and programs throughout local communities for military families to develop friendships and build a new network of support

“The [Military Competency] training really helped all of us non-military folks have a

sneak peek into the challenges and needs of military families and children. Thanks so

much for all the work you do for these amazing families!”-Wendy Mieske, Camp Operations Director

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CHAIRMANJack W. Marin | Partner, Williams Mullen

VICE CHAIRMAN AND SECRETARYBill Nelson | Former Chairman/CEO, HBO®

TREASURERPaul McTear | President/CEO, Raycom Media

GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR

Harry Bridgwood | Executive Vice President, New Water Street Corp.

MajGen Robert Dickerson, USMC (Ret.) | Military Advocate

Robin Kelleher | Ex Officio, President/CEO, Hope For The Warriors®

Capt Dan Moran, USMC (Ret.) | Chairman/CEO/President, Moran Enterprises, Inc.®

LTC Bob Myers, USA (Ret.) | CEO, Casey’s General Store

James Whaley | Vice President, Corporate Communications, Sealed Air Corporation

Rich Wood | President, Plaza Construction Corp.

Bonnie Amos | Founding Member of the Advisory Council, Hope For The Warriors® CPT Paul Bucha, USA (Ret.) | Vietnam Medal of Honor Recipient

GEN Richard Cody, USA (Ret.) | Senior Vice President of D.C. Operations, L3 Communications, Former Vice Chief of Staff, USA

Dr. Michael DeFalco, PsyD | Director of Adult/Dual Recovery Programs, Specialty: PTSD and Military Services

Todd Finger | Partner, McDermott Will & Emery LLP

MajGen James Kessler, USMC (Ret.) | Military Advocate

Gen Charles Krulak, USMC (Ret.) | 31st Commandant of the Marine Corps

Thomas Lyons | Director, Community Services at MassHousing

Frank Scott Moran | CEO, Moran Oil Co., Inc.

Christopher Page | Co-founder/CEO, Army Week NYC

Kathy Roth-Douquet | Co-founder/Chairman, Blue Star Families

Gary Sinise | Actor and Advocate for Wounded Service Members

Courtney B. Spaeth | CEO, Nat’l Security Associates WorldWide

CDR Charles E. Summers, Jr., USNR | Executive Director, Easter Seals Maine

COL David Sutherland, USA (Ret.) | Chairman, Dixon Center

Mike Waters | Founder of The Benefit Planning Group, Inc.

Sue Wissler | Founding Member of the Advisory Council, Hope For The Warriors®

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ADVISORY COUNCIL

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CORPORATE IMPACT PARTNERS

AltriaCafé RioCasey’s General StoreFood LionFurniture FairHBOHy-Vee

Island Federal Credit Union Marine Federal Credit UnionNew Water Street CorporationOral-BRaycom MediaRWDSU/UFCW Local 338SIEMENS

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NO MAN LEFT BEHIND MONUMENT Sculptor John Phelps brings to life the iconic image captured by war photographer Lucian Read. In November 2004, then 1stSgt Bradley Kasal, USMC, pushed through enemy fire to shield a wounded Marine from a grenade explosion. LCpl Chris Marquez and LCpl Dane Shaffer carried a wounded Kasal out of the house to safety. Kasal was awarded the Navy Cross for his act of heroism but attributes the success of that mission to the bravery of his Marines.

John’s work is a labor of love for his son, LCpl Chance Phelps, USMC (KIA). The monument honors those wounded in the line of duty and the spirit of brotherhood among those serving.

Hope For The Warriors® was proud to present this symbol of strength and courage to the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in March 2013. The monument stands before the Warrior Hope & Care Center. Since the unveiling, thousands have visited the monument, and it has become a popular location for reenlistments and retirement ceremonies.

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