Military Warriors Support Foundation

The MWSF seeks to help the heroes re-establish the economic footing in the communities they live and work. Our goal is to provide families the opportunity to make the same or more income as they did while in military service. Through practical assistance opportunities we desire to honor those whom have sacrificed for us and show “America Cares”!

1. Educational Scholarships- recognizing higher education is vital to self improvement, we will partner in scholarship opportunities

• In 2008-10 ten thousand dollar college scholarships will be awarded with a goal of additional 10 per year annually

• Funds paid directly to partnering Universities

• MWSF will provide coaching and monitor progress

• Support for GED requirements considered

• Scholarship awards will be for those leaving the military because of their wounds or for family members of those lost in Iraq or Afghanistan

• MWSF committee will award deserving recipients. Comprised of ret. Military and Educator volunteers

2. Job Retraining- partnerships to conduct retraining in various job fields that works with the injured soldiers condition

• Retraining opportunities will be for those leaving the military because of their wounds or for family members of those lost in Iraq or Afghanistan

• A variety of vocations to choose from: computer technology, construction, truck driving, diesel mechanics, massage therapy, nursing, etc...

• MWSF will provide coaching and monitor progress

• MWSF committee comprised to evaluate requests. Comprised of retired Military and Corporate volunteers

3. Job Placement- job placement strategy which will assist soldiers in connecting to opportunities in which they are qualified

• Placement assistance will be for those leaving the military because of their wounds, family members of those lost in Iraq or Afghanistan or for spouses of military serving overseas

• MWSF committee will screen applicants for authenticity

• Advertising campaign through electronic media to recruit and maintain participating companies

• Resumes distributed to companies upon authenticity qualification

• Currently 2K Hospitals have come on board

• Goal is a network of 4K companies

4. Financial Assistance Program- MWSF desires to provide cost free financial planning and counseling services to injured warriors and/or families. We also seek to provide monetary assistance in instances of pressing emergency financial situations

• Class style curriculum to better plan financial abilities and plan next steps

• Individual one on one financial counseling for individuals seeking assistance

• MWSF committee comprised to evaluate requests. Comprised of retired Military and Civilian volunteers

5. Recreational Opportunities

MWSF has partnered in various avenues to provide recreation opportunities for individuals and families. Events such as NHRA Racing, Concerts, Professional Basketball games, Rodeo, Hunting, Outdoor relaxation, and Spouses shopping sprees. Please contact us through the web site or at our offices 210-615-8973, if you and/or your family are interested in attending an event with us.

• Disabled soldiers at Honor the Heroes tour will have a weekend hunting getaway on an elaborate ranch (donated by community members). Spouses will be hosted by the cities.

6. Individual and Family Counseling Services

The Military Warriors Support Foundation announced a partnership service with renowned individual and family counseling expert Glenn Goree. Glenn’s experiences in individual and family trauma are extensive. His low key approach and gentle mannerisms, and personal experiences underscore his abilities to reach individuals affected by the trials of war. Should you need confidential assistance or desire counseling services please contact us through the website or at the MWSF office 210-615-8973.

7. Labrador Adoption Program

The Military Warriors Support Foundation has partnered with Blackhawk Companions to provide cost free well trained Chocolate Lab companion dogs to injured warriors and or their families. The injured soldier must be able to adequately care and provide reasonable space for the dogs. The labs are between 15 and 18 months of age are perfect for adoption. Melinda from Blackhawk Companions says injured soldiers have told her that the labs have been a very effective stress relief for them as they decompress from PTSD, TBI and other brain injuries. If you have interest in adapting a lab through MWSF please contact us or call MWSF at (210)615-8973.

Click here for an application.

The programs the MWSF has already begun and the ones it intends to launch will need many forms of community involvement. We are actively seeking individuals to partner and/or sponsor programs as well provide grants to assist in implementing the programs. Additionally, Clay Walker will assist the foundation through raising awareness and funding through the “Honoring the Heroes Concert Tour”. The tour began in San Antonio last November with a very successful beginning with 6,200 attendees. As the organization advances for the cause, we will continue to propose new ways to host community events such as Bull Riding and other events to raise awareness and increase sponsorship in order to advance programs.

To contact us regarding volunteer support of the MWSF, please use our contact form or call us at 210-615-8973.