SAN
DIEGO, May 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Semper Fi & America's Fund (The Fund), a
San Diego-based national veteran
nonprofit organization that provides lifetime support to critically
wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and military
families, proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary on May 17th, marking two decades of unwavering
dedication to the veteran community.
"For 20 years, the great generosity of our donors and steadfast
dedication of our team has enabled The Fund to fulfill our promise
to care for our critically wounded, ill, and injured service
members by providing vital, life-changing support," said
Karen Guenther, President, CEO, and
Founder of Semper Fi & America's
Fund. "For over two decades, The Fund's ongoing care has allowed
our military families to find hope amidst injuries and illnesses
that have forever changed their lives. The moment you join The Fund
family, you are a member for life and are never forgotten or alone
on the road to recovery and beyond."
Since 2004, The Fund has provided holistic support to over
33,000 service members, veterans, and military families. Offering
personalized case management, meaningful connections, and lifelong
assistance to individuals from all branches of the U.S. Armed
Forces, The Fund ensures tailored resources to guide military
families on the path of post-traumatic growth.
"The Fund's impact on my recovery journey changed my life," says
Navy Veteran and longtime Fund service member Daniel "Doc" Jacobs.
"Sixteen years after losing my leg while on deployment, I underwent
a second leg amputation. The Fund was there from day one and has
remained by my side throughout it all. Their support for my family
and me has been instrumental as we continue to grapple with the
wounds of war."
To commemorate 20 years of unwavering support, The Fund hosted a
celebratory event on May 2nd at
Camp Pendleton as a testament to
the incredible resilience and strength of our combat-wounded
service members, veterans, and military families.
Attendees listened to insightful speeches from distinguished
military leaders like General Joseph
Dunford alongside heartfelt testimonials from local
combat-wounded service members who have been assisted by The Fund.
Special guests included Bob and Renee
Parsons, co-founders of The Bob & Renee Parsons
Foundation, who were honored for their steadfast support of The
Fund. The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has partnered with The
Fund to provide more than $100
million over 12 years in life-changing support to military
families, ensuring the vital care of those who preserve our
freedom. During their acceptance speech, Bob, a Marine Corps
Vietnam War Veteran, spoke passionately about mental health, PTSD,
and his upcoming book, Fire in the Hole!: The Untold Story
of My Traumatic Life and Explosive Success. Sharing more
about the impact of PTSD, Renee spoke about the ripple effect of
such trauma going well beyond the individual, illustrating the
importance of supporting the entire family on their road to
healing.
For more information about The Fund and its 20th anniversary,
please visit thefund.org or contact Todd
Merryman at thefund@pinkston.co.
About Semper Fi &
America's Fund:
Semper Fi & America's Fund cares
for our Nation's critically wounded, ill, and injured service
members, veterans, and military families and was started in 2004 by
military spouses who immediately jumped in to provide bedside
support to wounded and injured service members returning from
Iraq and Afghanistan. Since then, it has provided more
than $337 million in support to more
than 33,000 service members. Now with 20 years of serving military
families, it is considered one of the Nation's most trusted
charities, one of only four veteran nonprofits to receive an A+
rating from CharityWatch, out of more than 45,000 organizations.
Supporting all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, Semper Fi & America's Fund provides
one-on-one case management, connection, and lifetime support.
Today. Tomorrow. Together. Learn more at thefund.org.
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