Since 2008, 4100 injured veterans & 19 nonprofits awarded tools valued at over $4.1 million

In 2024 WVFV…From North Pole, Alaska to Key West, Florida, WVFV 2024 Awards went to veterans from 16 States. $261,124 Awards to 22 Injured Veterans + 1 Nonprofit Organization (annually serving hundreds of injured veterans and their families).

Here are a few happy entrepreneurs who received 2024 WVFV Awards:

Army Sgt Ed Palmer of North Pole, Alaska with his new trailer to transport snow removal machines. He asked for any color trailer except “White! They’ll never see me in a snowstorm!”

Navy PO Luis Hinojosa of San Diego, CA who started his new barbershop with tools from WVFV.

Army LtCol Tony Smith of Sanford, NC needed a warehouse forklift for his growing auction business.

Marine SGT Chris Connelly of Uncasville, CT translated his military skills in high security micro-miniature electronics into a new business making custom high security circuit boards for government and civilian contractors with WVFV equipment.

USAF Senior Airman Sara Squires of Stafford, VA sells herbals and potions using the commercial freeze dryer from WVFV. Her mentor tutored marketing skills and increased her annual sales.

Army SFC Nick Billig of Choctaw, OK waited a long time for his CNC machine to increase his product line of military-themed woodworking designs.

Fields 4 Valor is now a free farm share for veteran families in need. It also offers employment and volunteer opportunities for veterans. Since its inception, Fields4Valor has helped feed more than 500 veterans and their families each year in the DC Metro area. WVFV has given 2 BCS Walk-Behind Tractors.

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