Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

We hope this week is treating you right. We also hope that if you're seeing this post and you're a newbie to our page, you'll learn more about the ways we're helping the families of wounded OIF/OEF/OND and GWOT Veterans to Survive, Recover and Rebuild! 'Rah! (From Donny Daughenbaugh who loves to make bad jokes and poke fun at other branches of the military) www.saluteheroes.org We're on LinkedIn (obviously) Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok!

Veteran Testimonial ?? ??Please share a little about your injuries- How were you injured, and where did your injuries happen? ??? "I was injured in Iraq on a mission. I currently have tinnitus along with some PTSD. My major injuries are the bone spurs in my ankles. It limits my ability to do certain things and to bend my ankles fully. I can still do everyday things but with a little hurt." We asked our Veteran Circle Members, and those we have helped (past or present) a few questions to gauge their experience and if there is anything we can be doing to serve them better. We are privileged to be able to share some of their responses with you. #ThankYou #SaluteHeroes #HereToHelp #ReachOut #DisabledVeteranAssistance #DisabledVeteranNonProfit #HeroTestimonial #PTSDAwareness #SuicideAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #VeteranFamilies #ArmyVeteran #NavyVeteran #MarineVeteran #AirForceVeteran #CoastGuardVeteran

"It's the medal that nobody wants. When you get it, a tremendous amount of history and honor comes with it. My medal, earned in Iraq, saddens and humbles me knowing that 13 of my Marines earned one but came home in a flag-draped coffin. 35 other Marines came home at the end of the deployment with this same medal and 15 of us were medevac'd from Iraq to Germany (Landstuhl) and then back to Camp Pendleton to begin the recovery and/or medical discharge process." Donny Daughenbaugh, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.) Coalition Senior Vice President, Development and Administration National Spokesperson Thank you Donny Daughenbaugh, for your service to our country, and to the all Veteran communities you serve, especially ours. Your selfless acts don’t go unnoticed. We’re glad you’re here. ?? ???? #PurpleHeartDay #AmericanVeterans #HonorOurHeroes #ThankAVeteran #NeverForgetTheFallen #SaluteHeroes

We are honored to be highlighted today as the Military Support Spotlight on 13News Now (WVEC)! Take a moment to watch the segment below ?????? Thank you Ashley Smith and Thompson Creek Window Company for the amazing surprise! #SaluteHeroes https://lnkd.in/eYX9h_xU

What do we do in this Texas heat? Keep going and get creative, that's what! Our own Donny Daughenbaugh got a call yesterday at 7 AM from a Veteran who lives close to him that the Coalition previously helped with mortgage and utility assistance. He'd gotten behind on his electric bill but didn't want to ask anyone for help. He woke up to a hot house with no lights and no AC. In Texas, that's as bad or worse than an empty refrigerator. Pride is a powerful tool on the way up but it's much quicker as a weight on the way down. Donny started making calls and by 10 AM had picked up a borrowed, fully charged electric generator, 2 box fans and a cooler full of ice, water and light snacks. By 11:30 AM with the help of a small network of connected and caring Veteran supporters, the electricity issue was addressed, a payment plan was in place and the Veteran’s electricity was back on. 4 1/2 hours. 40 miles of driving. 1 hour of phone calls and the heart of the Coalition's 20 years of service was at work in Donny's community. #20YearsOfSalutingOurHeroes We're working in your community too, even if you don't know it- And we could really use your help! Even something as small as $20 per month would go a long way to help us with cases like these and our lightning-fast response time. https://lnkd.in/evuHNqTi

?????? This summer, we are thrilled to celebrate a milestone: 20 years of Saluting Our Heroes! ?????? For two decades, we have proudly supported post 9/11 combat-wounded veterans and their families with emergency financial aid and vital support services. As we launch our summer campaign, join us in reflecting on the incredible impact we've made together over the years. From providing critical assistance to fostering community connections, our mission continues on. Stay tuned for special highlights, heartfelt testimonials, and ways you can get involved in our 20th-anniversary celebrations! Thank you for being a part of our journey. Together, we continue to make a difference. ?????? #20YearsOfSalutingOurHeroes #VeteranSupport #JoinUsInCelebration #NonprofitAnniversary #SaluteHeroes

Take a minute of your day to listen to our Senior VP, Donny Daughenbaugh talk with KPRC this Memorial Day weekend! #SaluteHeroes #HoustonNews https://lnkd.in/escVmC-Y

This morning, Coalition President & CEO David Walker interviewed with Ashley Smith from 13News Now (WVEC) Now. To our surprise, 13News Now provided a $1,000 donation to support our mission! In addition, Brian Dunnagan, Branch General Manager of Thompson Creek Window Company presented us with a $500 check! We are grateful to be apart of such an amazing community! The interview will air around July 4th and we can’t wait for you all to hear about the impact and work we are continuing to do here at the Coalition! Stay tuned! #SaluteHeroes

Join us in congratulating our friend and Coalition to Salute America's Heroes Ambassador Jayme Hentig on being awarded the Citadel Graduate College MBA Student of the Year! Jayme, a retired Army veteran, was one of the first recipients of the Coalition’s Fellowship Award during his studies at the University of Notre Dame. We’re proud to be apart of his journey. #SaluteHeroes Watch more of Jayme’s story here: https://lnkd.in/gxiQNCMa

We offer a heartfelt congratulations to US Marine Veteran, Captain Frederick W.?Smith who was announced as the Military Times Foundation 2024 “Veteran of the Year.”?The Vietnam Veteran earned a silver star, bronze star and 2 purple hearts! After four years of service in the Marines, including two tours of duty in Vietnam, Capt. Smith founded FedEx to get items and products where they needed to be, appealing to the tech sector and rapid growth. He's given record breaking funding to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, funded Veteran entrepreneur programs, served as a co-chairman for the WW2 Museum and Museum of The Marine Corps at Quantico! His military story and post-service history are truly one for the record books. #FEDEX #FredWSmith #Veterans #Support #Nonprofits #entrepreneur #inspiration #Legacy #Legacygiving