Current Hero's Wishes

Chicago Bears at Soldier Field

Hello, My name is Staff Sergeant Dominic Bender, Retired. My MOS, 19 Delta (Cavalry Scout) During my last deployment our troop was tasked with disrupting insurgent operations in (RC-E)(Regional Command East). My platoon was operating in Ghazni's Aandar district when we ran into a complex ambush. I was in the turret gunning the MK-19 & 240B that day. My Truck was hit with no less then 3 RPG's and a bunch of small arms fire throughout the duration of the engagement. I ended up taking shrapnel to my head and neck and at one point was knocked unconscious. We ended the fight and made it back to our JCOP (Joint Combat Outpost). From there I was Medevaced to a few different field hospitals and eventually flown stateside where I spent 7 months at WRAMC (Walter Reed Army Medical Center) healing. Due to the injuries I sustained I could no longer be in combat arms. I then went on to a WTU (Warrior Transition Unit) and was retired after 14 years in.
I miss the uniform but I love being home to watch my 3 children grow up. I have a boy that is 12, a daughter that is 16 and another son that is 18 and they are all HUGE Bears fans, as we are from Chicago. My ultimate Hero's Wish is a Bears/Packers game with my kiddos this Sept. 5th. Its crazy expensive to attend a Bears/Packers game in Chicago and that is why its my Wish!
We thank you very much for any donations.

United States Army
Severely Wounded Veteran

We need $2700.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $2,270.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Anonymous donated $25.00, Susan donated $100.00, Anonymous donated $100.00, Joyce donated $25.00, Kristin in honor of Tucker donated $5.00, Wilmer donated $25.00, Travis donated $50.00, Theresa in honor of Dean Michael Jeske donated $100.00

Disneyland family vacation

My name is SSG Donald Watson, I would love to surprise my family of 5 with a post deployment vacation to Disneyland. My family has supported me through every deployment, training and I want to thank them. I have been active duty for 11 years and I have deployed twice to Iraq, once to Afghanistan, once to Korea and I am currently deployed. Through these deployments and trainings I have missed many holidays and special occasions. My daughter is now 7 and I have only been present for her 2nd birthday. I would love to take this vacation in September for her birthday before my next possible deployment in late 2020.

United States Army
Currently Serving

We need $1100.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,070.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Anonymous donated $5.00, David donated $25.00

Post Deployment Family Universal Orlando FL

My name is MSgt Cresencio Ocampo and I am currently deployed, I have served in the military for the past 20 years. Throughout this adventure my beautiful wife of 19 years has been by my side and we have welcomed our 4 daughters into the world (Family of 6). All they’ve known has been our military lifestyle; moving every 3 years, making new friends, adjusting to a new school, and depending on each other as we are often are away from family. Our daughters have been through multiple deployments and combined they have attended over 15 different schools. They have supported my decision to serve even if that meant missing birthdays, Christmas’, countless school events and holidays. There is no way to turn back back time, but I would love to show my appreciation to them for their sacrifices throughout my career by taking them to Universal Studios Orlando. My beautiful wife has been mom, dad, doctor, teacher, friend, and super women throughout the past 19 years and has always put our kids needs before her own, I would love to honor and appreciate her and her sacrifices as well! Thank you!

United States Marine Corps
Currently Serving

We need $1500.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,240.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: robert donated $25.00, Jim donated $25.00, Peter donated $25.00, Anonymous donated $100.00, Latrisha in honor of MSgt Cresencio Ocampo (thank you) donated $25.00, Anonymous donated $25.00, Edward donated $10.00, Kathryn donated $25.00

Disney World Trip (homecoming from Iraq)

My name is TSgt. John Warchol. I’ve just returned from my fourth deployment from Iraq. I’m Active Duty Air Force and I’ve been enlisted for 8 years. My son is three years old and I’ve already missed two of his birthdays and already tasked to miss another one this year. Deployments have been hard on my family. I’ve been deployed for my wife’s pregnancy, birth, and 9 months after he was born. It’s something I’m trying to work with him now for him to understand why daddy has to leave sometimes to protect his country. It’s difficult and I’m looking to see if there is a kind soul that would help send me, my wife, and my son to Disney World for any amount of time. We would be forever grateful by your generosity. Thanks for your time!

United States Air Force
Currently Serving

We need $750.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $750.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)

Disney World celebration

My name is TSgt Nate Ellcessor. My wife and I are looking to celebrate our son with a trip to Disney. I just returned from deployment to the Middle East. While I was deployed, my wife took care of our foster son and attended all scheduled visits and court appearances. Well after I returned, we found out we will be adopting our son. We want to celebrate by taking home to Disney World in October!

United States Air Force
Currently Serving

We need $500.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $500.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)

Disney World trip after final deployment

My name is MSgt. Derek Ludlow. After almost 20 years of service and five deployments (four of those within the past six years), I will soon be retiring. Coming home from this final deployment, I would love to be able to take my family to Orlando to visit Disney World. They have sacrificed such an incredible amount with me constantly being away, missing countless holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries, this would be an incredible experience and opportunity for us to reconnect as well as celebrate our last extended absence from each other.

Thank you all for your incredible generosity in helping provide this experience for my family!

United States Marine Corps
Currently Serving

We need $1200.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,180.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: jay donated $20.00

New York Giants Game

My name is SGT Alan Phillips. I have been in the Army National Guard for 6 years. I just returned from an 11 month deployment overseas. I would like to take my wife and two kids to a Giants Game. We would use this opportunity for some much needed quality time since I just returned home from a deployment overseas. This would mean a great deal to us and would be very appreciated.

United States Army
Currently Serving

We need $1200.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,200.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)

Disneyland Vacation for Family of 4

My name is MSgt Garrett Payne. I am currently stationed at Peterson AFB, CO. I have been deployed to Qatar since January and will be returning soon. My amazing wife and I would like to surprise our two children with a post deployment vacation to the Happiest Place on Earth! This will be the first real family vacation that we have taken in my 18 year Air Force career. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!

United States Air Force
Currently Serving

We need $750.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $750.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)

Eric Church Tickets

My name is Combat Medic Richard Linville. I was wounded in Logar province, Charkh Distrct, Afghanistan on 01 Oct 10 by enemy mortars. During the deployment I always turned to music to get me through, or keep me going. During the rough days, I turned to Eric Church's music to help hold me together, so I could keep my brothers and sisters alive. I haven't been able to afford tickets because I'm a single father with teenage boys. Thank you!

United States Army
Severely Wounded Veteran

We need $1500.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,475.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Anonymous donated $25.00

Disney World Dream for 4

My name is TSgt. Joshua Jorgensen. I left Little Rock Air Force Base on January 7th. I am currently deployed to Bagram AB, Afghanistan. I am supposed to get home middle to end of May. I would love to able to take my wife and 2 kids to Disney World this fall when I return from this deployment. My family and I are huge Disney fans and would like to be able to go and have the time of our lives. This ask for help is for my children and wife. They deserve to be able to experience something magical like this. Please help me make this dream come true! Thank you!

United States Air Force
Currently Serving

We need $1100.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $890.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Carolyn donated $50.00, Kathryn donated $50.00, Sharon donated $50.00, Wayne donated $10.00, Cydney donated $10.00, Sarah donated $20.00, COLLEEN in honor of All Veterans Who Gave Their Lives donated $20.00

Disney World

Hello, I am TSgt Edric Johnson. I am currently in month 4 of a 6 month deployment at an undisclosed location. This is my second deployment in 3 years. My lovely wife (Debra) and daughter (Sydney) have been patiently awaiting my return. This hasn't been the easiest of deployments cause we miss each other terribly. I'm sure it's not easy on all of my fellow brothers and sister in arms who are away from their loved ones. Sydney and Debra have been my pillar of strength to help me through this deployment. To show my deepest gratitude, I am making a Hero's Wish. I would love to receive 3 Disney World 4 day park hopper tickets and give them the experience of a lifetime. Thank you for your support.

United States Air Force Currently Serving

This Wish is pending fulfillment, and has been made possible by: Zachery donated $25.00 Carlos donated $25.00 Teddous donated $20.00 Anonymous donated $25.00 Victoria donated $50.00 Robert donated $50.00 Kelly in honor of Matthew Wallace donated $26.00 Anonymous donated $50.00 monique donated $50.00 David donated $40.00 wener donated $10.00 Anonymous donated $429.00

Trip to Disney World with my family

My name is SSG Bryan Gillette. I have served for 17 years with the MO National Guard. My wish is to take my family to Disney World. My wife and I have been married for 8 years and we have 4 children ages 14, 13, 3, and 1. We have never been to Florida and we would love to surprise our kids with a trip to Disney World after our first deployment.

United States Army
Currently Serving

We need $1350.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,350.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)

Knauss Family Disney World 5-day park hopper passes

My name is Lt Zachary Knauss. My wife and I along with our life long friends are wanting to attend our first ever marathon by Disney in October of this year. We are requesting the 5 day park hopper tickets to help us offset the cost of the trip.

United States Air Force
Currently Serving

We need $550.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $550.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)

Medieval Times Queens Royalty Package

Hello my name is SSgt. Daniel Bennett. I am with the 108th Air national Guard Wing, communications flight. I came under rocket/mortar fire 43 times, a helicopter I was in was shot at and there was a suicide bomber at the gate of one of the FOBs where I was stationed. My family and I would love to be able to attend a show at the Medieval Times and enjoy the Queens Royalty Package. My family included my twins Logan and Alicia (both 14), alone with my Girlfriend and her children. Tamra (My Girlfriend), Kaitlyn (15), Ellie (13), Abby (10), and Rose (7). During my deployment Tamra helped watch and care for my children as if they were her own.
I would like to get 8 tickets for this show so that everyone will be able to attend.

United States Air Force
Currently Serving

We need $750.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $750.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)

Cowboys v. Giants Football Game

My name is SFC ROBERT CULLARS. I have a wish to support my favorite team, the Dallas Cowboys. Super wish would be to see the Cowboys/Giants Game but I’ll be humble to sit and watch any game. I live in Pennsylvania and I am a true supporter of the NY Giants. Born and raised in Newark NJ this has always been my dream. I’ve served our country and pray for other soldiers. I had a son killed while in the US Air Force not even completely out of tech school due to a 1st SGT being double the alcohol limit. Besides that shocking trauma and disappointment I’ve experienced many casualties while on deployment. I have a family of 4. Recently separated in May 2018 from the Army.

United States Army
Severely Wounded Veteran

We need $1600.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,430.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: SHELLEY in honor of YOUR SON donated $25.00, Anonymous donated $25.00, Anonymous donated $20.00, Jacqueline in honor of A1C Lamont Keith Cullars donated $25.00, MONIQUE in honor of Your Son donated $5.00, Paul in honor of Your Son donated $25.00, Anonymous donated $20.00, Ricky in honor of Sgt Clifton David Johnson donated $25.00

San Francisco 49ers game Ultimate Fan Package

My name is Sgt Miles, Hugh of the USMC. I am an 0341 mortarman. I have been deployed 4 times 2 combat tours and 2 tours to Okinawa. I have just gotten back from my last deployment of my career. I have 1 year left in the Marine Corps. With the fast pace of deployments and being in the infantry I have not had time to keep up with the 49ers. The last time I saw a game they were playing at candlestick park. The have recently moved to Levi stadium and a new practice facility. My wish is for me and my family to go watch a 49ers practice at there new facility then to be able to watch a game that same weekend at the new Levi stadium. I have been a die hard 49ers fan my entire life. I was able to watch their 2013 Super Bowl game while I was in Afghanistan at 3am. I stayed up all night to watch the game. It would be amazing if my wish would be granted.

United States Marine Corps
Currently Serving

We need $700.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $670.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Brian donated $30.00

Take my Family to Disney World

Hello my name is Nichelle. I am a wife and mother of three amazing children. We have suffered tremendous loss over the past couple years. 3 years ago, our house burned down, and we lost nearly everything. We have since been building back up. We are grateful and thankful to have survived the ordeal. Late 2018, we did a military move to be closer to family. Shortly after arrival, I was given a short notice deployment and had to deploy 2-weeks later. Shortly upon arrival, I received word that my 19-year-old brother died. I had to break the news to my children and rush back home to coordinate and ensure all his funeral arrangements. We were devastated. Since being reassigned home, my brother was always spending time with us. After the funeral, I returned to duty to finish my commitment. I'm currently on my second deployment and I try to speak to my kids every day. Everyday my heart breaks because without fail, they tell me how much they miss me and want me to come home. I missed them too. My kids Jade (7), Mya (5), Eli (5) are so resilient, they've been through so much at such a young age. I want to be able to do something special for them and show them how much I love and appreciate them and the sacrifices they've made through my service to this country. My children, always talk about going to Disney World. I would like to help make that happen for them when I return from deployment. It's just what we as a family need to reconnect and have fun. My family graciously requests 5 tickets.

United States Air Force
Currently Serving

We need $1300.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,145.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Desiree donated $5.00, Anonymous donated $10.00, Veronica donated $10.00, Eutimio donated $25.00, Anonymous donated $25.00, Anonymous donated $25.00, Phyllia donated $50.00, Richard in honor of Vet Kids donated $5.00

George Strait concert

My name is SSG Larry Schwab. I met my wife in Texas 31 years ago in 1988. I was stationed at Ft. Hood Texas 2nd armor Division. We had tickets to go to see George Strait in Temple Texas and had been dating for about 3 months. On our way to the Concert my girlfriend and I realized that we were in love and both wanted to get married immediately. We never did make it to the George Strait concert. Please know that we have no regrets. We would have traded anything to be together forever. We became so busy with raising seven children one handicapped And in 1990 being sent to Desert Shield which turned into desert storm and then being wounded in a mine field just inside Kuwait. I was awarded the Purple Heart but could no longer serve. We never got the chance to see George Strait. We've always wanted to, But never got the chance. Our handicapped son was born with Pradre Willie Syndrome He is now 26 and was declared a helpless child by the VA and will live with us his whole life. In 2016 I suffered a widow maker heart attack and now have to carry nitro with me. My wife Debbie and I would still very much like to see George Straight in concert. We are sure that if we don't get to see him soon we never will. It would mean the world to us as that is where we were headed when our life together started. ‎Sat ‎24 ‎Aug, ‎2019 – ‎8‎:‎00‎ ‎PM George Strait 08.24 - Troubadour with Ashley McBryde
T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas NV
Thank you and God Bless!

United States Army
Severely Wounded Veteran

We need $2100.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $300.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Anonymous donated $42.00, Kristin donated $100.00, Joseph in honor of Nicholas DeLorenzo donated $50.00, Anonymous donated $40.00, Deborah donated $20.00, Hayward donated $50.00, Anonymous donated $100.00, Anonymous donated $10.00, Anson donated $20.00, Anonymous donated $10.00, Steven donated $50.00, Anonymous donated $20.00, Kim donated $100.00, Richard OR Emily donated $5.00, Anonymous donated $20.00, Danielle donated $30.00, Anonymous donated $10.00, Victoria donated $15.00, Rebecca in honor of All my brothers and sisters I’ve lost donated $108.00, Anonymous donated $10.00, Anonymous donated $10.00, Juliana in honor of All Fellow Gulf War Veterans donated $15.00, Anonymous donated $55.99, laura donated $10.00, Anonymous donated $50.00, Anonymous donated $10.00, Gregory donated $25.00, Michael donated $100.00, Laura donated $50.00, Heath donated $300.00, Anonymous donated $40.00, Michael donated $324.01

Disneyland Trip

My name is SPC Steven Jaime. I am currently deployed in Afghanistan. As many of you know it’s beyond difficult being away from family but what has been the most difficult for me is missing moments of my boys growing up. Birthdays , holidays , you name it . I want to surprise my youngest son (my 4 year old) with a trip to Disneyland. I won’t be able to make it home for his birthday but at least I can try to make it up to him with this surprise trip. Make up for loss time with my wife and our two sons.

United States Army
Currently Serving

We need $750.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $650.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Edward in honor of All Vetrans donated $40.00, Lawrence donated $10.00, Allen donated $50.00

Universal Studios Wizarding World Of Harry Potter Passes

My name is Sgt. Pedro Robles. I am a combat wounded veteran who served 5 years in the United States Army. I have been deployed to Iraq twice and sustained a head injury from a VBIED attack during one of the deployments. I am married and have 3 children all of whom are very big Harry Potter fans. I would love to have the opportunity to take all of us to Universal Studios Wizarding World Of Harry Potter in November 2019. My family has supported me and has sacrificed alongside me during my service and this trip would be the ultimate way to say thank you. We would not have the means to go otherwise. Thank you for your support and God bless you.

United States Army
Severely Wounded Veteran

We need $1600.00 To Make This Hero's Wish Come True
	I want to donate $1,430.00 (remaining amount)
	Partial Donations Are Welcome!! I want to contribute $ (xxx.xx) (100% of your donation WILL be used to fulfill THIS Wish)
Donations given by: Anonymous donated $50.00, G Mark donated $50.00, LIllian donated $20.00, Anonymous donated $50.00

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On Apr 4th Harold Posted:

I cannot thank Vet Tix and the many donors enough for the wonderful Disney World 5-Day Park Hopper Passes! There were so many delightful memories made in the most magical place on earth thanks to the generous donations from the donors. Some of these include seeing my son Jack visibly shake with excitement when he first saw Mickey Mouse stop by our table at dinner. Or hearing my daughters Evie and Lily laugh with delight while riding the Seven Dwarfs Mine train roller coaster. Or meeting the real Disney princesses while traveling around EPCOTs World Showcase. Or all 5 of us walking from one ride to another singing the Tiki Room song. And even just all of us enjoying an ice cream while watching the fireworks at the end of the day… I wish I could add more pictures to show how much fun my family and I had together. Thank you for making my wish come true.

 

On Dec 26th Jimmy Posted:

I would like to send a sincere thank you to all the folks who donated to help make this possible. It was truly the greatest Christmas wish to ever happen. I cannot express how this experience will carry me through my upcoming recovery period from surgery. Again, thank you to all.

 

On Sep 11th George Posted:

I want to express a special THANK YOU to the two donors who offered up their tickets and making my hero wish come true to see the first Cardinals game of the season before I deploy to Afghanistan. My wife, sister and brother-in-law in addition to myself had a blast! Though the game results was not what we all wanted, but the experience with family and added bonus of being down on the field during pre-game was awesome. We know we could not have enjoyed this without our donors support and Vet Tix that makes these memorable events happen. These memories will be with me as I deploy with hopes and prayers making it back home safely to see my family and watch the start of the next season. Very Respectfully, George

 

On Apr 2nd Andrew Posted:

Our family trip would not be complete without expressing our sincere thanks and gratitude to the donors who made our Disney family vacation wish a reality. We're at the very end of our family trip (we leave for home tomorrow...sniff) and we would not have had this wonderful experience if it hadn't been for Vet Tix and all those who support it. Thanks again from this service member and God Bless!

 

On Mar 14th Tom Posted:

Many thanks to VetTix and to all the donors who make this very special program possible. I can’t imagine how much effort goes into making each Hero’s Wish a reality, but I do know it is sincerely appreciated. My family and I had an amazing time seeing Hamilton on Broadway. The performance exceeded all expectations, and I’m positive we’ll remember the experience for many years. Thank you again VetTix, keep up the great work.

 

On Nov 15th Josh Posted:

My family and I would like to thank Vettix and all the donors for coming through in a big way! The tickets we received for the Twenty one Pilots show were unbelievable. We all had an incredible time. It was a great opportunity to share a great experience with my wife and daughter after being deployed. Thank you for making opportunities like this available.

 

On Nov 28th Joshua McCart Posted:

Thank you to those who contributed to make our trip happen. It was very special to have been able to take my mother in law who has been a huge support for us during all the surgeries and struggles. My mother passed away on July 4th of this year. It has been an extremely emotional and stressful time for myself and my family. That made this time to relax and enjoy each other even more special to us. We had fun with no worries about injuries or even the "real world." Since our tickets were provided my wife and I went to Halloween Horror nights for a date night and had a lot of fun! These memories will last a lifetime or two. Our boys, ages 7 and 18, will always remember this trip. One of the best moments was when we went to eat and got caught in a torrential downpour. Everyone was taking cover but we just decided to embrace it. We took off our shoes and hopped through the puddles(which were like little rivers and lakes) and laughed through the rain. Everyone was watching us and we were having such a great time! It took about 24 hours for the car to dry after we got in!! Once again thank you to all those who donated for your support! -Amber and Joshua McCart