WWIA provides world-class outdoor sporting activities to Purple Heart recipients to assist in their recovery efforts, all at no cost to them.
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The Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation Inc. (WWIA) serves our nation’s combat-wounded Purple Heart recipients by providing world-class outdoor sporting activities as a means to recognize and honor their sacrifice, encourage independence and connections with communities, and promote healing and wellness through camaraderie and a shared passion for the outdoors.
I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of this amazing hunt. Thank you for allowing me to participate and learn alongside such an incredible team. This opportunity has not only expanded my knowledge of the sport but has also deepened my appreciation for nature and the camaraderie that comes with this type of event. I am thankful for the guidance, support, and memories made. I look forward to future experiences and continued growth. A big thank you to the whole staff at WWIA for everything.
C. Meyer, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
I had a great time this weekend. This was my first WWIA event and I am grateful for the experiences and the chance to meet and spend time with other Warriors. Our Host and Guides were outstanding. I had a great time on the hunt. Thank you to everyone who sponsored the event. It was one of the most relaxing weekends I have had in years.
T. Rettig, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
Another epic weekend with WWIA. I have taken so much from this amazing organization and cannot wait to start giving back a little. I love to hunt and fish and because of WWIA, I have been given more opportunities than I deserve. The people are what makes these experiences the best. The generosity and selflessness of the WWIA staff, Hosts and landowners is unreal and I am grateful. Thank you.
T. Smith, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient
Tony’s shop is terrific! His teachers are the best also. It is amazing what can be made out of a piece of wood. Us veterans each made about seven or eight projects. I want to thank Tony and WWIA for giving back to Purple Heart soldiers, we love you!
C. Winnekens, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
Thank you so much for the continued opportunity to spend time and learn from the Warriors, Tony and all the help he has. I look forward to being able to connect with both old ad new friends. It is always an amazing group and event. It is incredibly evident how caring and enthusiastic Tony is to spend time and teach all of us. It always amazes me how much time and effort Tony puts into this event to make it such a good time for everyone. Thank you so much! Tony is truly an amazing friend.
J. Chance, USMC, Purple Heart recipient and Volunteer
Thank you for the opportunity to come and learn a new skill and turn some amazing things I thought I could never do. I had a fantastic time and now have a new hobby and skill set to be able to make everything I can think of. You have an amazing program. I appreciate everything you all do and for the time everyone takes to volunteer to come help instruct us to better our woodturning abilities. It means more to me and to all of us veterans to have such an opportunity. Thank you to everyone involved in WWIA for all you do.
R. Fyffe, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
This week was an amazing opportunity for me. I have been wanting to try woodturning for five or six years, but this was the first time for me. Having the chance to learn the skill from such experienced craftsmen has been the opportunity of a lifetime for me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this opportunity and for your effort and generosity in establishing and running this event. This sort of thing is more important than you know for guys like me.
A. Cook, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
I am beyond grateful for this opportunity. I learned, laughed, and connected with other vets and hunters. I pray to participate again in future events. I became more confident in my hunting. A memory I will cherish forever.
G. Quintero, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
Thank you all for such an amazing weekend. This trip could not have come at a better time for me. Life lately has been rough and the stress and anxiety have been almost unbearable at times. Being able to come to Ohio for four days has been an amazing re-set for me. I look forward to going home with a clear head. The hunting was tough, but the guides, cooks, and volunteers were amazing. I can't say thank you enough for this short break from real life and being able to be stress-free.
R. Ryker, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
This was my first WWIA hunt. I am grateful and thankful for the opportunity, experience, and memories. It is something I will never forget and will cherish. The guys were awesome, and a tight brotherhood was formed from everyone involved.
Z. Rice, USMC, Purple Heart recipient
I truly appreciate all you've done for me and my brothers with this memorable experience. Thank you for all the planning, coordination, and most importantly your genuine appreciation for our military. I did not join the service expecting anything in return. I joined for my love of country, God, Corp, and the opportunities that I have been granted by the great USA. I live by a phrase "I am grateful for having gratitude, and I am glad to be here" thank you for making me feel like part of your family. Thank you for sharing all your stories, knowledge, and passion for the hunting culture. This was my first time doing a duck hunt, I cannot ask for a better experience. I had a lot of goosebumps, laughter, wow, moments, and deep appreciation for every single one of you. Thank you!
L. Ortiz, USMC, Purple Heart recipient
Thank you for the great week of shooting and catching. The fellowship and brotherhood was second to none. The best event I've been to so far. Thanks to everyone who helped with the food, fellowship, and ducks.
J. Brock, US Army, Purple Heart recipient
We are committed to healing the lives of America’s veterans and reducing veteran suicide. For the past 17 years, we have been changing lives and saving lives! We have over 1,500 testimonials from Heroes who have expressed how the WWIA events they attended have dramatically impacted their health, healing, happiness, and overall well-being. This isn’t hype or hyperbole, it’s evidence-based! We have partnered with Cornell University to study the results of the work we are doing and how it combats veteran suicide, and it has shown some remarkable results. The bottom line is THIS STUFF WORKS!
This Stuff Works: Reducing Veteran SuicideWWIA provided real services to 166 Purple Heart recipients this past year. WWIA encourages American Heroes to get back in action; hunting and fishing provide excellent opportunities to assist our wounded veterans in recovering— mentally, physically, and spiritually—from their wartime experiences.
TestimonialsIn 2023, WWIA held 36 events across 17 states. Through opportunities like whitetail deer hunting in Tennessee, halibut fishing in Alaska, and bear hunting in Wisconsin, these Heroes experience a wide variety of opportunities that fulfill lifelong dreams.
EventsWWIA prides itself on fiscal responsibility, financial transparency and maintaining a very low overhead. Ninety percent (90%) of all donations directly support field activities. Independent Charities of America (ICA), a nonprofit association of America's best charities, has recognized WWIA as meeting the highest standards of public accountability and program effectiveness. We were also awarded a gold seal of financial transparency from Guide Star.
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