SGT Adam Keys “The van is awesome and easy, I love being able to just pull up and on (Adam) rolls. We can go anywhere we want, whenever we want and I can't thank you enough for making that possible. Adam loves his ride, as much as he wasn't sure about a van, he is now telling everyone about "his pimped" van. You did an awesome job… we are thrilled to be part of this new family." – Julie Keys (Adam Keys' mom)
Tsgt Joseph Deslauriers, USAF “We’re definitely excited to get on the road. Thank you for the freedom…and thank you for getting us on to the next step of our life.” – Tsgt Joseph Deslauriers – USAF
SFC Jeffrey Hackett US ARMY "Thank you so much Help Our Military Heroes for giving him back his freedom to drive." – Bobbi Jo (Jeffery's wife)
GySgt John "Gunny" Hayes, USMC “From the minute I drove our new van off the Bethesda campus I knew my life would start to get back to normal, or as close as it can. I drove myself to Orlando, FL where my friends and family can see the change in me. Independence and mobility, with my injuries, driving our van has made me and my family very happy. We can't thank you all enough.“ – GySgt John Hayes – USMC
SSGT Tim Brown – USMC “On Wednesday I got the van, on Sunday we drove it 7,239 miles across the country. With this van, I rid myself of ignorant cabbies, bumpy buses, and Metro elevators. I was once again able to travel where I wanted, while still retaining the comfort and versatility of my power wheelchair, and I owe it all to the generosity of HOMH and Semper Fi Fund.“ - SSGT Tim Brown
CPL Todd Love, USMC “I’m very happy with the van and even more happy with HOMH and Semper Fi Fund for making it happen for me and being such good friends during the process.” Cpl Todd Love
SSG Charles (Chaz) Allen, US ARMY “HOMH has helped me get my freedom back by putting me in the driver's seat of this awesome van”!
-Chaz Allen
CW3 Scott Schroeder, US ARMY “First off, I wanted to say that we are loving the van! Today was Scott’s first day where he got out and went off on his own!! YEAH! His independence is on it’s way back.“
: – ) Laura Shcroeder
SGT Gerivisio “Anthony” Verra, US ARMY “This van means everything to us. Just being able to get off post and go places….this is amazing. When we met you we thought this was too good to be true. We're glad we get to join the (HOMH) family. You are a true blessing to us”. Shauna Verra
SFC John Masson, US ARMY “Laurie, Ted and Marybeth, thank you so much for the beautiful gift you have provided for my family and me. After realizing the extent of my injuries, I figured my driving days, my free time alone in my car days, were gone forever. HOMH has changed that and has provided so many opportunities for me and made me feel whole again in so many ways. Thank you for caring for us and being beautiful, loving Americans. I love you guys and cannot wait until we meet again”.
SSG Brian Mast, US ARMY …“this experience has been so incredible. We love you guys and cannot thank you enough. We look forward to being able to help pay this forward at some of your fund raiser. I drove myself to therapy today and thank you all so much for that”. SSG Brian Mast
SGT James T. Hackemer, US ARMY (March 27, 1982 – July 8, 2011)
To HOMH and everyone who helped raise funds to make this van possible for me. We so appreciate your energy and vision for all the soldiers to gain more independence. What a gift you are. God bless you and your team…SGT James T. Hackemer, US Army
SGT Seyward McKinney, US ARMY “I just wanted to write you and say WOW. I'm still in shock about receiving my new car. It is beautiful and I am so grateful. I don't think there are words out there to say how much I appreciate this gift. All I can say is thanks and please keep in touch…let me know about those marathons….I need to get in there and build up my strength. God bless you all”
SGT Carlos Evans, USMC“I want you and Help Our Military Heroes, Inc, to know that your care and dedication to my family and I inspires me to get better and give more to those in need. Your giving is a pure demonstration of love that strengthens me in which I will forever be grateful”.
CPL Tyler Southern, USMC "… thank you so much for doing what you guys do. It was a very special day and I always love to see Tyler with the smile on his face".
Cheryl (Southern) Neff – Tyler's Aunt
SFC Mark Holbert, US ARMY“Mark’s last 3 weekends away from the hospital kept us in our apartment. Our new van gives us the freedom to have a night out together. We have a New Year’s Eve date! Thank you HOMH! Tiffany Duchess-Holbert (as shared in a conversation with Laurie Hollander)
