“This is a guy who had just lost everything, the house he has lived in for 15+ years, just lost everything, and without hesitation said ‘I’m coming with you to help my people,’” said Nick about his friend, Kirk. After his years of service in the US Army, Kirk still finds ways to serve his […]
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Army Spc. Shannon Chihuahua was serving as a Combat Medic in Afghanistan during Operation Bulldog Bite to push back Taliban Fighters. He provided immediate emergency care to his fellow soldiers when they were injured during battle. He was saving lives while risking his own. Shannon Chihuahua was killed in battle while treating his squad leader
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Jake Ruser was drafted in March of 1943. When he arrived at training, he was told that he wouldn’t be carrying a gun because he would be training as a Combat Medic. He saved countless lives and was witness to some of the most historic and pivotal moments of World War II, including the landing
“Her passion is making other people feel great,” said Area Director Jake about his friend and fellow Teammate, Arianna. Jake was on the receiving end of Arianna’s passion for people when she spent some of her free time making a custom, coffee pot shaped cake for his birthday. That is one example of many times
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In June 1943, Ben Berry had just completed high school when he was drafted into the US Army. He travelled to Europe to join the 863rd Quartermaster Fumigation & Bath Company, providing the important support services the Army needed. That all changed quickly during the Battle of the Bulge. “We had rifles, we had to
“Mike is one of the most genuinely impactful people I have ever known,” said Grace about her friend and mentor. Mike leads by listening. He puts Our People first and makes an impact because he genuinely cares. “He just has this way of making them feel heard, even in difficult and awkward conversations. I feel
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Joe McElhenny served in the US Army and in the FBI, leading him to teach his six kids about the importance of service. “I think that prompted the three of us to go into the service. Being in law enforcement, three of us chose that path as a direct result of the upbringing that we
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“He wants people to grow. He loves to see people grow,” said Servant Heart Leader, Melissa, about her friend and mentor, Rick. He showed his Servant’s Heart by making sure Melissa had the time she needed to take her grandmother to medical appointments and make sure that her family’s needs were met. He is invested
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“I’m not married. I don’t have any children. But, I’ve raised over 150,” said Judy Buddensick. Since 1998, Judy has volunteered as a Sponsor Mom for the Midshipman at the United States Naval Academy. She offers support and a home away from home during their time at the Academy. Judy has formed life long bonds
“Aimee is always there rooting for me,” said Joanne about her friend and fellow Teammate. Aimee’s focus on caring for others and making everyone around her feel special has spread throughout the region she proudly serves. “She inspires others to be more giving, almost creating this ripple effect of kindness throughout the area,” said Area
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