Founded in January of 2000, House of Heroes Inc.TM is a nonprofit organization, which serves the nation's military and public safety veterans and their spouses who are disabled, living on a fixed income or facing other physical/financial challenges. Volunteers perform minor repairs and make improvements to the homes of veterans and their spouses - at no cost to the veteran - through the generosity of individuals, civic organizations, and corporations.
Home repairs include, but are not limited to cleaning, painting, installation of access ramps, installation of screen windows and doors, repair or replacement of basic appliances, and yard maintenance and improvement. Home improvements are supervised by a local contractor, and will meet applicable codes.
To qualify for assistance, one must:
The mission of House of Heroes, Inc.TM is to recognize and honor military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who have served their country faithfully and sacrificially. Through service to these veterans and their spouses, House of Heroes Inc.TM volunteers attempt to express gratitude that can never adequately expressed in words alone by *Improving the living conditions of military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who are in need of assistance in maintaining their homes. *Honoring these American Heroes through the generosity of individuals, civic organizations, and corporations. *Encouraging leadership and service, team building and volunteerism. In achieving the mission, there shall be no discrimination because of race, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability.
When House of Heroes was founded, Wayne Anthony had asked Russ Parker to be the first Affiliate Chapter. In 2002, Russ Parker brought House of Heroes from Columbus, Georgia all the way out to Washington, Iowa. We are thrilled to be a part of this national organization, supported by the Congress of the United States.