Current Hero's Wishes
Hello my name is Donavan. I went on deployment in Iraq and Kuwait. I have been away from my family for about 9 months. I just want to spend the time with my family for loss of time if possible. I am married to my wife Sierra. We got married while I was on deployment. We have 2 children, Penelope and Rowan. I am 27 years old and turn 28 on the 15th of October. My wife is also turning 28 on the 1st of October and would love if we could get our wish fulfilled. I'm apart of the 101st CAB. It was my first deployment in Iraq and Kuwait. I am located at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
We need $2,200.00 to make this Hero's Wish Come True
I want to donate $1,065.00 (the remaining amount)
Partial Donations are Welcome!
Donations Given By:
- Nicole in Honor of Anthony donated $10.00
- Anita donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Brian in Honor of William, who served in Vietnam donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- Melina donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- Chamontez donated $15.00
- Stephen donated $20.00
- Joseph donated $25.00
- Mary donated $10.00
- Rob donated $50.00
- Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 donated $200.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- Thomas in Honor of you, Donavan, thank you for your service donated $100.00
- David donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Kathy donated $20.00
Military life means missing birthdays, ordinary weeknights, and the everyday moments that keep a family grounded. Through the long hours, thinking about my family is what carries me. We are a massive Ravens household, and following our team has always been a vital connection to home and normalcy for me. I made a promise to my family that we would celebrate our time together and make up for lost time by going to a Ravens game. It would mean the world to walk through the gates of M&T Bank Stadium together as a family and cheer on our team in person!
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
We need $1,600.00 to make this Hero's Wish Come True
I want to donate $655.00 (the remaining amount)
Partial Donations are Welcome!
Donations Given By:
- James donated $50.00
- Trania donated $50.00
- Wayne donated $50.00
- Bryan donated $500.00
- Sandra donated $10.00
- Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 donated $200.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- Michael in Honor of Jesus donated $15.00
- Chris donated $20.00
I’m an Active Duty Army Officer, and this wish is to celebrate my return home after a year of combat duty. I received the Combat Action Badge during this tour and unfortunately lost 8 comrades. I would greatly appreciate the honor of attending a Dallas Cowboys home game, ideally the Thanksgiving home game against Philadelphia, with my mom, step-dad, and fiancé, who are all 100% disabled veterans.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
We need $3,000.00 to make this Hero's Wish Come True
I want to donate $2,530.00 (the remaining amount)
Partial Donations are Welcome!
Donations Given By:
- Trania donated $100.00
- Wayne donated $50.00
- Ray in Honor of Joe Pasternack donated $100.00
- Dave donated $10.00
- Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 donated $200.00
- Kimberly donated $10.00
My Hero's Wish is to attend the Dallas Cowboys vs. San Francisco 49ers game at AT&T Stadium with my family. I recently returned home after spending nine months deployed overseas. During part of that deployment, I was forward deployed to a bare-base location where we endured repeated ballistic-missile attacks and defensive intercepts. After months of long hours, alarms, uncertainty, and being separated from home, returning to normal life has taken time. My family has supported me through 18 years of deployments, missed milestones, and unpredictable schedules. This wish is as much for them as it is for me: a chance to spend the day together at one of football's greatest rivalries and create a positive memory after a difficult deployment.
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
We need $4,500.00 to make this Hero's Wish Come True
I want to donate $3,900.00 (the remaining amount)
Partial Donations are Welcome!
Donations Given By:
- Daniel in Honor of All brothers donated $100.00
- Trania donated $50.00
- Rob donated $100.00
- Charlotte donated $40.00
- Richard donated $90.00
- Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 donated $200.00
- Brandy donated $20.00
I have been a basketball fan my whole life. I have been to several WNBA games, but I have never once seen LeBron James play in person. He came into the league the same year I went to war, and following his career has been one of the constants through everything that came after. My Hero's Wish is two tickets to see the Los Angeles Lakers play the Philadelphia 76ers on March 4, 2027, hopefully watching LeBron in a Sixers uniform against his former team. I would take my partner, Tasha, who has stood beside me through all of it. I am having back surgery in October 2026, and I will be fully recovered and cleared well before March. Standing in that arena and seeing one of the greatest to ever play, while I still have the chance, would be a once-in-a-lifetime memory for the two of us. Thank you for considering my wish, and thank you to every donor who makes these moments possible for veterans and their families.
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2001 - 2006
We need $1,650.00 to make this Hero's Wish Come True
I want to donate $1,450.00 (the remaining amount)
Partial Donations are Welcome!
Donations Given By:
- Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 donated $200.00
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Damien says:
A dream come true family vacation is the exact way I would describe our trip. Thank you Vet Tix and the Hero's Wish coordinators for all the work that goes into this amazing program and opportunity. As a service member who will hit 20 years of service this August I have nothing but gratitude for what the military has done for myself and the life my family and I are afforded. The time away from the family is truly the only hard part of serving and it was incredible to be gifted these lifelong memories. My kids, five and seven years old, had the time of their lives. Above all else, they were most excited to be at Disney World as a family. The memories will surely last a lifetime. My son and I have spent hours sword fighting (souvenirs he chose), my daughter and I made secret hand shakes while waiting for rides and my wife (who as a military spouse, the hardest job of all) was able to take off a few of her hats, unwind and relax while just being a mother. We enjoyed our time together so much and are forever grateful to have been given this experience. A special thank you to Madeline and Raymond, our angel donors, whose selflessly generous donations will never be forgotten. On behalf of my family, thank you!
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Adam says:
I want to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible gift you gave my family and me—tickets to Disney World after returning home from my deployment to the Middle East. After months apart, being able to reunite with my loved ones and experience the magic of Disney together was truly unforgettable. From watching our children’s faces light up as they met their favorite characters, to simply being able to laugh, explore, and make memories together—it was everything we needed and more. This opportunity gave us a chance to reconnect, heal, and celebrate our time together after a long separation. It reminded us how much moments like these matter. To every donor who made this possible: thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Your generosity doesn't just provide tickets—it creates lifelong memories and brings joy to military families like mine when we need it most. With sincere appreciation, MAJ Adam R Carroll
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Ashot says:
From the bottom of my heart, and my families, I want to thank all the donors who made this trip possible. I never got to experience Disneyland until I was almost an adult, so the "magic" of the "Magic Kingdom" was lost on me. But watching my young kids, wide eyed, meet the characters, ride the attractions and stare up into a brilliant fireworks display really allowed me to see the park through their eyes. Magic is absolutely the perfect term to describe what they were experiencing. These are memories we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you all so much for helping make this trip a reality! Semper Fi!
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Luis says:
On behalf of my family, we wish to express our heartfelt THANK YOU to all those who helped make our Hero's Wish a reality. The experience we had attending Harry Potter and the Cursed Child was remarkable and will be something my kids will remember for a long time. Even though we're big Harry Potter fans, attending this play on Broadway would not have happened without the generosity of all the donors and VetTix. While in NYC, we also took time to visit the 9/11 Memorial and the Intrepid Museum which helped my kids better understand the many ways in which we can serve our communities. Special thanks to: Patrick, Margaret, Ann Marie, Montie, Kenneth, Menahem and Tania in Honor of John A. ("LJ") Chambers II, Chasitty, James, Wilson, Margaret in Honor of Robert Tollefson, and all those donors who chose to remain anonymous. You generosity is much appreciated...thank you!
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Jeff says:
Words cannot fully express the overwhelming gratitude my family and I feel for the incredible generosity that made our Hero's Wish come true through Vet Tix. Thanks to donations from generous donors like Kenneth, John, Eulalio, KrisAnn, Rebecca, Robert, Kobe, William, Rosemary, Evander, and several others, we were able to take our first family trip to Walt Disney World—a dream that seemed impossible until your kindness made it a reality. For my wife, this trip fulfilled a lifelong dream she never thought would happen. Watching her experience the magic of Disney for the very first time was a gift beyond measure. But perhaps even more precious was witnessing our ASD/IDD son's pure joy as he met Mickey Mouse and his favorite characters in person. The wonder in his eyes, his infectious laughter, and the way he lit up with each new discovery reminded us all of what true magic looks like. This wasn't just a vacation—it was a chance for our family to create memories that will last a lifetime. In moments when daily challenges can feel overwhelming, we now have these beautiful experiences to hold onto. Your generosity gave us more than a trip; you gave us hope, joy, and the reminder that there are still people who believe in taking care of one another. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our family and for making dreams come true. Your kindness has touched our lives in ways you may never fully know, but we will carry this gratitude with us always. With deepest appreciation, Jeff
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