MISSION Statement
The Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation Inc.
(WWIA) serves our nation’s combat-wounded,
Purple Heart recipients by providing therapeutic
world-class outdoor adaptive sporting activities to
recognize and honor their service and sacrifice,
encourage independence and connections with
communities, and promote healing and wellness through camaraderie and a shared passion for the great outdoors.
Since our inception in 2007, WWIA is committed to providing world-class outdoor therapeutic, adaptive sporting opportunities, chiefly hunting and fishing excursions to assist our combat-wounded Veterans in recovering mentally, physically, and spiritually from their wartime experiences. We connect them with their fellow Heroes, the great outdoors, and communities who honor their service and the sacrifices they’ve made.
Serving America’s Heroes Across North America
WWIA has proudly served and re-served thousands of Purple Heart recipients, from every state in the U.S., providing all-expense paid outdoor sporting adventures to approximately 150 to 200 Heroes Veterans annually.
These aren’t just events—they’re life-changing experiences. Support healing that strengthens spirit, confidence, and camaraderie for America’s combat-wounded veterans.
WWIA events from Alaska to Tennessee take Heroes from pain to purpose. Join us—your support helps turn dreams into healing journeys.
Top-rated and trusted. WWIA delivers unmatched results for our Heroes. Get involved with the top-performing veteran support organization today.
Wounded Warrior Testimonials
Read more testimonials from combat-wounded Veterans to see how WWIA events have brought healing and lasting change to their lives.
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Turn gratitude into action. Join the WWIA team and help bring honor, connection, and healing to America’s combat-wounded Veterans.
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SOCIAL MEDIA
WHERE TO FIND & FOLLOW US
The 2018 5th Annual DoubleCreek Lodge TN Muzzleloader/Archery Deer Hunt was a phenomenal time for this group of Purple Heart Heroes. On this Flashback Friday, we honor these combat-wound Warriors as well as the remarkable Hosts (Dennis Reynolds and Shelley Cohen) of this event. Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!
#WWIA #FlashbackFriday
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💜 Partner Spotlight: Hot Tubs of Tennessee 💜
At WWIA, we are incredibly blessed to partner with patriotic businesses that don't just believe in our mission—they actively invest in it.
Today, we're proud to recognize Hot Tubs of Tennessee for their extraordinary generosity and unwavering commitment to America's Purple Heart recipients.
During the month of May, Hot Tubs of Tennessee donated $100 from every hot tub, swim spa, sauna, and Covana cover sold, resulting in an incredible $10,000 donation to help WWIA continue providing life-changing therapeutic, adaptive, outdoor sporting adventures for our nation's combat-wounded Veterans.
Recently, WWIA's Mike and Debi Davenport proudly accepted this gracious donation during an official check presentation, expressing our heartfelt appreciation to the entire Hot Tubs of Tennessee team.
Even more remarkable, Hot Tubs of Tennessee has now contributed more than $60,000 in support of WWIA since 2016 and is a proud recipient of WWIA's Purple Heart Patron Award. 👏
To CEO Steve Ruscigno, the outstanding Hot Tubs of Tennessee team, and every customer who made a purchase during the fundraiser—THANK YOU! Your generosity is helping bring Honor, Connection, and Healing to our remarkable Purple Heart Heroes.
Please join us in thanking Hot Tubs of Tennessee in the comments below! 👇💜
Read the full press release here:
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#WWIA #ThankfulThursday #PartnerSpotlight #PurpleHeartHeroes #HotTubsofTennessee #HonorConnectHeal
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💥 Ways to Give Spotlight: Ammo.com 💥
Need ammunition? You can support America's combat-wounded Purple Heart Heroes every time you place an order. ❤️🤍💙
When you purchase your ammunition through Ammo.com and select Wounded Warriors in Action (WWIA) as your preferred "Freedom Fighter" at checkout, 1% of your entire purchase is donated directly to WWIA—at no additional cost to you. 🇺🇸
Even better, right now you can save $20 on any order of $200 or more! 💰
📱 Simply scan the QR code in the graphic or visit the link below to get started:
🔗 ammo.com/wwia-supporter
It's a simple way to purchase the ammunition you already need while helping provide therapeutic, adaptive, outdoor sporting adventures that bring healing, camaraderie, and renewed purpose to combat-wounded Purple Heart Heroes. 💜🎣🦌
Our sincere thanks to Ammo.com for their tremendous support and to everyone who chose WWIA as their “Freedom Fighter” designation when ordering. We are honored by your support of our mission. Your patriotism and generosity are helping change lives, one order at a time. 👏🏻
💜 Honor. Connect. Heal.
#WWIA #Ammodotcom #WaystoGive #HonorConnectHeal #PurpleHeart
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📢🎙️ NEW EPISODE NOW STREAMING! 🎙️
Leadership isn't just learned—it's lived.
On Episode 73 of the WWIA Podcast, WWIA Founder and CEO John McDaniel sits down with combat-wounded Purple Heart Heroes and WWIA certified Guides Jeremy Smith and Derek VanBuren during the Foundation's 2nd Leadership Development Program at WWIA Headquarters in Apollo Beach, Florida. 💜
Together, they explore what it means to lead with humility, invest in others, and prepare the next generation of WWIA leaders who will help carry our mission forward. You'll gain an inside look at how WWIA equips Purple Heart Heroes to lead therapeutic, adaptive, outdoor sporting adventures that strengthen camaraderie, restore purpose, and change lives. 🎣🏹🦌
If you've ever wondered what it takes to develop servant leaders and preserve a mission built on Honor, Connection, and Healing, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 👏
🎧 You can listen and download this latest episode on our website (buff.ly/3Vb9bR3) or by going to your favorite podcast service, such as iTunes, Spotify, etc. Be sure to share the podcast with your friends and family, and if you're enjoying the podcast, please leave us a review! If you'd like to comment on the podcast or have an idea for a future episode, drop us an email at: podcast@wwiaf.org
👇 Let us know your biggest leadership takeaway in the comments after you listen!
#WWIA #WWIAPodcast #LeadershipDevelopment #PurpleHeart #CombatWoundedVeterans #HonorConnectHeal #ServantLeadership #OutdoorHealing #VeteranStories
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🚨👏🏻 Please join us in recognizing and congratulating Tony Smith, Adam Cook, Hans Grothaus, Win Anderson, Shaun Tichenor, and Michael Ryals, the WWIA Guide School Class of 2026 for earning their official Guide School Certification! 🛡️
WWIA welcomed these six Heroes to WWIA's Northern Healing Center, Camp Hackett, in Phillips, Wisconsin for hands-on training, education, and instruction to help lead WWIA events and their fellow Purple Heart recipients in the field. This 6th iteration of WWIA Guide School would not have been possible without the outstanding dedication and hard work of so many amazing individuals and supporters within our WWIA family. We salute you for not only supporting our mission, but more importantly, for bringing Honor, Connection, and Healing to the lives of America's combat-wounded Veterans. We cannot do what we do without you. 👏🏻
Our highest appreciation and gratitude to the Adaptive Sports and Arts - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for supporting and funding this important mission. We would also like to recognize and thank our instructors: John McDaniel, Corrina Klahr, Tim Spence, Jake Whipkey, Erinn Kiesow-Webb of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Allen Nickel, Bryan Hauser, Luci Theiler, Pamela Kinnee, and Leroy Sillers from the Wisconsin Trappers Association, Inc., John & Tami Rogers of Maine's Outdoor Learning Center, and Roy Munroe, Dan Swope, and Brock McDermid of Velocity Outdoor and Ravin Crossbows.
To every instructor, volunteer, and supporter who stepped away from your families, careers, and daily responsibilities to invest in these Heroes—THANK YOU! Your generosity, expertise, and talents continue to strengthen our mission and impact the lives of America's combat-wounded Veterans. Your dedication and participation truly made this 2026 Guide School a tremendous success. 🎣🏹🐾🏕️🦌 🫎
To our six newest WWIA Guides—THANK YOU for answering the call to lead, mentor, and serve your fellow Purple Heart Heroes. The knowledge and skills you've gained this week are only the beginning. Your greatest impact will come through the friendships you build, the encouragement you offer, and the example you set in the field. By investing in this mission, you've chosen to help other combat-wounded Veterans discover renewed purpose, lasting camaraderie, hope and healing through our therapeutic, adaptive, outdoor sporting adventures. We are honored to have you on our team and profoundly grateful for your continued service, sacrifice, and commitment to helping others. 💜
Please join us in proudly welcoming and congratulating our newest WWIA Hero Guides! 👏 👍🎉
#WWIA #VeteranAffairs #RavinCrossbows #VelocityOutdoor #WWIAGuideSchool #MainesOutdoorLearningCenter #HidesforHeroes #WWIAEagleRiverMuskieChallunge #ChristopherandanaReeveFoundation #KabcoBuilders #WIDNR #WisconsinTrappersAssociation #Sports4Vets
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Well today the heroes fishing Alaska waters were met with a challenge. They experienced true Alaskan fishing. The weather was not so beautiful. As we left Port Protection early and entered the straight we were met with fog, wind and some rough seas which made fishing hard. This of course was a challenge but they stuck it out and came back with some beautiful halibut. A huge thanks to the boat captains who braved this weather and made sure everyone was safe and had a great time. Back at it early tomorrow to try and chase some king salmon, black rockfish and of course some more giant halibut.
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