Heroes & Gold Stars Served | 2021 [Updated: 31 Dec]
Special Note About Those Awarded
All the combat-wounded veterans and unmarried Gold Star spouses shown below applied for our programs through our website. They submitted documentation we requested of them and went through our thorough vetting process. They were selected by a specialized committee to ensure the best applicant to receive the vehicle or home was selected. None of our homes or vehicles are awarded through a lottery, none are 'giveaways'.
Fort Worth, TX @ Servpro First Responder Bowl | Two Payment-Free Vehicles
Fort Worth, TX @ Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl | Payment-Free Electric Vehicle
At yesterday's Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl, we were proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo by awarding fmr U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Richard Alegria with a brand-new 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E and get him Back on the Road.This vehicle will assist him with his transition out of the military and into his civilian life. Richard Alegria was chosen to receive this life-changing gift after applying to MWSF’s Transportation4Heroes program through their website. The application has a rigorous vetting process to ensure that the veteran chosen to receive a vehicle is the best recipient to participate in the program. MWSF works with the veteran to ensure that the gift of a payment-free vehicle assists them in their successful transition out of the military and into their new civilian life.Learn more about this event here: https://news.militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Lexington, KY | Payment-Free Vehicle
Lexington, KY - we worked together with Keurig Dr Pepper and their retail partner Walmart to honor Retired U.S. Army Sergeant Anthony W. Hockensmith by awarding him with a 100% payment-free vehicle.The vehicle was generously sponsored by Walmart and Keurig Dr Pepper through our Transportation4Heroes program. In addition to the vehicle, the sponsorship enables us to provide the Hockensmith family with one year of family and financial mentorship.SGT Hockensmith was chosen to receive this life-changing gift after applying to our Transportation4Heroes program through our website. The application has a rigorous vetting process to ensure that the veteran who is chosen to receive the vehicle is the best to participate in our program. We work with the veteran to ensure that the awarded vehicle assists them in their successful transition out of the military to their new civilian life.To learn how you can apply, follow this link: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Wichita, KS | Payment-Free Vehicle
Corpus Christi, TX | Payment-Free Vehicle
In Corpus Christi, TX at Mike Shaw Toyota's 5th Annual Turkeys for Troops we worked together with Keurig Dr Pepper to honor the ultimate sacrifice of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Bradley Espinoza by awarding his surviving Gold Star Wife with a 100% payment-free vehicle.The vehicle was generously sponsored by Keurig Dr Pepper through our Transportation4Heroes program. In addition to the vehicle, the sponsorship enables us to provide the family with one year of family and financial mentorship.This Gold Star family was chosen to receive this life-changing gift after applying to our Transportation4Heroes program through our website. The application has a rigorous vetting process to ensure that the person chosen to receive the vehicle is the best to participate in our program. We work with the family to ensure that the awarded vehicle assists them in their successful transition out of the military to their new civilian life.To learn how you can apply, follow this link: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Lake City, FL | Payment-Free Vehicle
On Veterans Day, we were proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo & Rountree Moore Toyota in Lake City, Florida by awarding fmr U.S. Army Specialist Linda Jiaorong Lin with her own 2021 Toyota RAV4 LE and get her #BackontheRoad.This vehicle will assist her with her transition out of the military and into their civilian life.Learn more about our program here: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Carson City, NV | Payment-Free Vehicle
Congratulations Marine Corps veteran Zebulon Jensen! We are proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo & Michael Hohl Subaru Michael Hohl Latino, Michael Hohl Honda, Battle Born Harley-Davidson, Michael Hohl Cadillac, Michael Hohl Chevy Buick GMC Cadillac, Michael Hohl RV Center in awarding a Purple Heart recipient & former United States Marine Corps Sergeant with his own 2022 Chevrolet Trax and get him #BackontheRoad.This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life.Learn more about our program here: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Tustin, CA | Payment-Free Vehicle
Congratulations SSG Bryan Labastida & family! We are proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo & SoCal Honda Dealers in awarding a Purple Heart recipient & retired United States Army Staff Sergeant with his own new 2021 Honda Pilot EX and get him #BackontheRoad.This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life.Learn more about our program here: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Gautier, MS | Mortgage-Free Home | Presentation in Marianna, FL
Working together with Walmart & Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. we recognized the service and sacrifice of Purple Heart recipient U.S. Army Master Sergeant Dennis Norrod (fmr.) at the local Walmart in Marianna, FL. He was presented his 100% mortgage-free home that was generously donated by one of our home donation partners.
San Diego, CA | Payment-Free Vehicle
September - Congratulations USMC GySgt Paul McQuigg & family! We are proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo & San Diego Honda Dealers in awarding Purple Heart recipient retired U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Paul McQuigg with his own new 2021 Honda CRV EX-L and get him #BackontheRoad.This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into civilian life.Learn more about our program here: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Kansas City, MO | Payment-Free Vehicle | Presentation in Kansas City, MO
September - At a Kansas City Royals game - We surprised Purple Heart recipient, retired U.S. Army Specialist Joshua Peters with a brand-new payment-free vehicle! This was made possible by a generous donation from the Kansas City Chevy Dealers in support of our nation's heroes and their families. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Joshua! Enjoy your new vehicle!
San Antonio, TX | Payment-Free Vehicle | Presentation in San Antonio, TX
September - Congratulations USAF SMSgt Ismael Villegas & family! We are proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo & Cavender Cares in awarding two-time Silver Star recipient and Purple Heart recipient retired United States Air Force Senior Master Sergeant with his own new 2021 Ford Explorer and get him #BackontheRoad.This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life.Learn more about our program here: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Celina, TX | Payment-Free Vehicle | Presentation in Dallas, TX
September - We partnered with Keurig Dr Pepper and honored a North Texas combat-wounded veteran—retired U.S. Army Sgt. Brian C. Fleming—during the Mecum Auctions Dallas 2021 collector car auction on #Sept11 by presenting him with a 100% payment-free Ford Escape.
Kailua-Kona, HI | Mortgage-Free Home | Deed Presentation in Edwards, CO
September - In Edwards, CO - During the Country Club of The Rockies - Patriot Day Golf Tournament we presented former U.S. Army Captain Destin Foree with the ceremonial deed to his mortgage-free home. The home awarded to Captain Foree was donated by Wells Fargo to the our Homes4WoundedHeroes program. He also received three years of family and financial mentorship, sponsored by Country Club of The Rockies that assisted him in his transition out of the military. Thank you for your service, Captain and welcome home.
Valley Grande, AL | Mortgage-Free Home | Presentation in Atlanta, GA
September - In Atlanta, GA - Military Warriors Support Foundation is proud to honor Purple Heart recipient, former U.S. Army Private First Class Candasi Neilly of Valley Grande, AL as a part of this year’s PGA TOUR, TOUR Championship As a thank you, for your incredible service, we are excited to award you and your family a mortgage-free home!None of this would be possible without the generous support of Birdies for the Brave and the incredible home donation by Wells Fargo.Private First Class Candasi Neilly, thank you for your service, and again, Welcome Home!
St. Paul, MN | Payment-Free Vehicle
September - In St Paul - Congratulations Michael Diehn & family! We are proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo & Apple Autos in awarding Purple Heart recipient Former U. S. Army Sergeant Michael Diehn with his own 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid and get him #BackontheRoad.This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life. #Transportation4Heroes #DealersDoGood #VeteransLearn more about our program here: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Colorado Springs, CO | Payment-Free Vehicle
August in Colorado Springs - we worked together with Keurig Dr Pepper and their retail partner Walmart to honor former U.S. Army Sergeant William Plavchak by awarding him with a 100% payment-free vehicle.The vehicle was generously sponsored by Walmart and 7UP Denver through our Transportation4Heroes program. In addition to the vehicle, the sponsorship enables us to provide Will with one year of family and financial mentorship.SGT Plavchak was chosen to receive this life-changing gift after applying to our Transportation4Heroes program through our website. The application has a rigorous vetting process to ensure that the veteran who is chosen to receive the vehicle is the best to participate in our program. We work with the veteran to ensure that the awarded vehicle assists them in their successful transition out of the military to their new civilian life.To learn how you can apply, follow this link: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Houston, TX | Payment-Free Vehicle
[gallery columns="2" size="large" link="none" ids="10678,10679,10676,10677"]At a July Houston Astros game - We surprised two-time Purple Heart recipient, Retired U.S. Army Specialist Patrick Davis with a brand new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab! This was all made possible by the Houston Area Chevy Dealers generous donation and support of our nation's heroes and their families. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Patrick!
Fallon, NV | Payment-Free Vehicle
Buffalo, NY | Payment-Free Vehicle
July - Congratulations Mark Beyers & family! We are proud to collaborate with Wells Fargo & West Herr Auto Group in awarding Retired U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Mark Beyers with his own 2021 Jeep Renegade AWD and get him #BackontheRoad.This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life.
Easley, SC | Payment-Free Vehicle
May - We joined forces with Wells Fargo and Hendrick Automotive Group in getting Retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Timothy Harvley #BackontheRoad with a brand new 2021 #Honda Pilot.This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life. Thank you for your service SSG Harvley, congratulations on your new vehicle!
Sacramento, CA | Payment-Free Vehicle
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BusLPzGvNAc[/embed][embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIjk74xcPxY[/embed]May - In Sacramento, we worked together with Keurig/Dr Pepper and their retail partner Walmart to honor Purple Heart recipient, retired U.S. Army Sergeant Christopher Archuleta by awarding him with the keys to a 100% payment-free vehicle.The vehicle was generously sponsored by Walmart and Keurig Dr Pepper through our Transportation4Heroes program. In addition to the vehicle, the sponsorship enables us to provide the Archuleta family with one year of family and financial mentorship.SGT Archuleta was chosen to receive this life-changing gift after applying to our Transportation4Heroes program through our website. The application has a rigorous vetting process to ensure that the veteran who is chosen to receive the vehicle is the best to participate in our program. We work with the veteran to ensure that the awarded vehicle assists them in their successful transition out of the military to their new civilian life.To learn how you can apply, follow this link: https://militarywarriors.org/vehicles/
Jacksonville, NC | Payment-Free Vehicle
May - We joined forces with Wells Fargo and Lejeune Honda Cars in getting retired U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Jesus Vasquez #BackontheRoad with a 2021 Honda CRV. This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life. Thank you for your service Sgt. Vasquez, congratulations on your new vehicle!
Florissant, MO | Mortgage-Free Home
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhpLasWzk04[/embed]May - What a privilege to welcome home former U.S. Army Sergeant William J. VanBoening with the keys to his very own mortgage-free home located in Florissant, MO. VanBoening’s home was donated to our Homes4WoundedHeroes program by Wells Fargo. Thank you, SGT, for your service and sacrifice to our country. Welcome Home!
Corvallis, OR | Payment-Free Vehicle
Congrats to retired Corvallis U.S. Army veteran Timothy Taylor and family who received a payment-free 2021 Chevrolet Traverse, donated by Wells Fargo and Power Buick GMC VW
Houston, TX | Payment-Free Vehicle
April - At the Mecum Auto Auctions, we presented one of our nation’s heroes with this F150, which was generously sponsored by our friends at Keurig Dr Pepper.
Mesa, AZ | Payment-Free Vehicle
April – We joined forces with Wells Fargo and Larry H. Miller Ford Mesa in getting retired U.S. Army Specialist Phillip Rousu #BackontheRoad with a 2020 Ford TRKS Edge. This vehicle will assist him and his family with their transition out of the military and into their civilian life. Thank you for your service SPC Rousu and congratulations on your new vehicle!
Gautier, MS | Mortgage-Free Home
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Richlands, NC | Mortgage-Free Home
March - We worked together with Wells Fargo to welcome home the Clarke family with the keys to their very own mortgage-free home located in Richlands, NC. Albert Clarke was a sergeant in the U.S. Army for over 9 years and was deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom – Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country. Welcome Home!
Lawton, OK | Mortgage-Free Home
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Wichita, KS | Payment-Free Vehicle
[embed]https://youtu.be/Y-Ceo5K4jK4[/embed]February - Military Warriors Support Foundation and the Hometown Chevy Dealers honored the ultimate sacrifice of Army Specialist Jared Plunk by assisting his surviving widow Lindsay Plunk, Gold Star widow of Fallen Hero, US Army Specialist Jared Plunk with her transportation needs by awarding her the KEYS to a BRAND NEW, 100% payment free Chevrolet Equinox.Jared Plunk joined the military in 2006 where he served as an Infantryman in the United States Army and was part of the 101st Airborne Division. In 2010, during his deployment to Afghanistan, he was killed in action. During his time in the Army, Jared Plunk was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his bravery, service to our country and the Purple Heart for giving the ultimate sacrifice.Please join us in congratulating Lindsay on her new car as we honor the service and sacrifice of Army Specialist Jared Plunk.
Benton, AR | Mortgage-Free Home
January - Wells Fargo and Military Warriors Support Foundation were honored to welcome home former U.S. Army Specialist & Purple Heart recipient Hunter Hudson with a mortgage-free home in Cabot, AR.This amazing gift wouldn’t have been possible without the generous donation of the mortgage-free home by Wells Fargo to our Homes4WoundedHeroes program.