Nov 11th 2018

My name is SFC John C. Thomas. I was severely wounded in Iraq 2003 when a car bomb hit the police station where I served. Thankfully, I was able to continue to serve for another 9 years until my retirement in 2014. I find it a privilege to have been able to serve my country for over 2 decades. My hope is to watch the New England Patriots in our home state of Tennessee. The Patriots play the Tennessee Titans on Veterans’ Day 2018. I have been waiting for this opportunity to share with my wife for many years. We have 2 young daughters and do not get much time just to ourselves. This would be such a pleasure for the 2 of us.

Nov 11th 2018

My name is Susan Jaenke, I am a Gold Star mother. My daughter HM2 Jaime S Jaenke, my daughter was KIA, 06/05/2006. Her Sea Bee group was sent out to clean up schools and hospitals. She was a Corpsman with MNCB25. She was killed in Anbar Providence on June 5th 2006. A series of Daisies went off under her HumVee killing her and the Driver. Jaime was the first female from Iowa to be killed in combat. She served both Navy and Marines. Since my daughters death we have had our vehicles repossessed and because there is no help for guardians I lost my house. Jaime had a daughter Kayla and I was gifted with raising her and if you know anything about children being raised by non parents but by Guardians you know that we lived on a shoe string. Kayla is now 21 and in college and working toward the medical field as was her Mom. She wants to work in Head traumas and brain injuries. She attends EIU. During the years after she passed, with the help of then Congressman Latham, we helped add muscle to the Sailors and Soldiers act, and changed the wording to the gratuity putting the control back into our warriors hands. The wording was changed and that change made the Warrior's wishes mandatory instead of the government wishes. My wish is to go to Disney World in Orlando, Fl.

Nov 10th 2018

My name is Josh Gilbow I am active duty Marine Corps. I am currently deployed to Okinawa Japan. This is my daughters 3rd deployment were I have been away. I am currently scheduled to get back to Camp Pendleton in October a month early then scheduled and will be surprising her. I would like to take my daughter and wife to see my daughters favorite band twenty one pilots on 10 November 2018 at the forum in Inglewood Ca. These tickets will allow me an opportunity to do share something she loves while being able to reconnect from my time away. She is a great kid and deserves this opportunity.

Nov 5th 2018

My name is Major Ryan White. I am currently deployed and part way through what will be a long 8 month separation. I am leaving behind my beautiful wife and two kids with a promise to make up the months of memories and moments when I return. My son is a huge Disney and Star Wars fan, and my daughter is just now warming up to the idea of a six foot tall Minnie Mouse. When I return I fully intend on taking my family on a much deserved vacation to California's Disneyland. I am asking for 3 tickets to a 5 day Disneyland adventure where my family and I can relax, recovery, and recoup some missed moments together. Thank you for all of your support and God bless.

Oct 20th 2018

My name is Technical Sergeant Bradley Molnar. I have served in the Air Force for over 12 years and I will be returning from my 4th deployment this month. I would love to take my family to see the Michigan State Spartans play the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan stadium on October 20th 2018. I am a huge Michigan State Spartan fan and my wife loves the Michigan Wolverines. It is always fun for us on game day and it would be even more special to see them play from the stands instead of on TV. I am requesting 4 tickets to the Michigan State vs Michigan football game on October 20th, 2018.

Oct 15th 2018

My name is MA2 Cory Rhea. My wish is to take my wife and daughters to Disney World when I return from my deployment by making my wish four park hopper passes. My wife is taking this deployment very hard and my girls are confused. I would like to have some time with my family and Disney World is something every little girl dreams of.

Oct 10th 2018

My name is MSgt Ryan Letourneau. I am currently deployed to Al Udeid AB since March 25. I’m coming home end of September and would be a nice surprise to take the wife and kids to see their favorite band! I wish to take my wife and 3 kids to the Foo Fighters Concert in Denver Colorado on October 10th. I would need 5 tickets.

Oct 10th 2018

My name is SPC. Quinn Jensen. I became wounded after serving in Afghanistan and was hit by an IED explosion. This resulted in many injuries including a TBI, broken back, broken elbow and both of my heels being shattered. I spent three months as an inpatient at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio where I received numerous surgeries and then continued to receive rehabilitation for several months following. Upon returning home to Utah, the pain in my right foot was too much to bare and was forced to have my right leg amputated. Although it has helped the pain significantly, I am very limited to the activities I can participate with my kids due to all my other injuries as well. My wife, Monica, and I have been saving to take our kids to Disney World to give us quality time to spend as a family and create wonderful memories. We feel like it will create a better bond with myself and the kids as well as a family as a whole. We continue to save and will do everything we can to make it happen, but worry we will struggle to make it happen. We have five children; Kennedi (11), Brayden (8), Wyatt (5), Caleb (2), and Emeri (10 months). They have been so patient and understanding with my situation with not being to be involved in physical play, and I want them to know how much I appreciate their support. I also want to give my wife, who does the majority of the work around the house since I am unable to and cares for our kids most of the time, a small break or vacation from all the cooking and cleaning up she does on a daily basis!My wish is for Park Hopper Tickets to Disney World for me and my family..

Oct 6th 2018

My name is Cpl. Joshua McCart. While on my 2nd deployment with the 82nd Airborne (1/325) the truck I was in was hit by an IED( Feb.2007). This blast resulted in loss of hearing, multiple shrapnel wounds and the loss of my right hand. Like most people experiencing severe combat wounds I have been through many surgeries and even more mental and emotional struggles. I have been married for 12 years this year and have a 17 year old and 7 year old son. We would like to go to Universal Studios this October because it is a place that has something for every age. My 17 year old graduated this month and will start college soon. I would also like to take my mother in law who has been by our side every step of our journey. She has traveled when needed and watched the kids and dogs for every surgery or issue we have had during my recovery. Not to mention she has been an invaluable support for my wife so that my wife could in turn be supportive to me.

Sep 9th 2018

My name is MCPO George Arredondo and I am in the Navy Reserves and will be deploying to Afghanistan making this my 2nd tour plus the one in Iraq. As I am soon to start my third journey to the Middle East I would like to take my wife and two family members with me to enjoy a home game with the Arizona Cardinals before I depart, as the NFL season begins. I look forward to the football season which is my favorite past-time. I enjoy spending time with family and friends in any opportunity I can to watch a good football game with them. This year will be different since I will be missing most of the season due to my military workup training requirements, travel to my area of operations, and the challenges that may bring. By the time I return a whole new football season will be in play. As I begin to focus on my upcoming mission I would like this opportunity to see a home game with my wife and family. I don’t know what the future holds but I’ll embrace what comes with it.

Sep 6th 2018

Hello, my name is Bryan Silveri and I am currently deployed over seas where I have been since the beginning of September and I am due back sometime in April. This is my 6th deployment in 13 years and this has also been the most stressful and difficult one. It has been hard on me, but it has also taken a toll on my family. My 7yr old daughter Lucy and my 5yr old son Jackson are now old enough to understand that I am gone and it will be long time. It's especially hard on my son be he is Autistic and constantly fixates/obsesses over me being gone, if I am safe, or when I will be back home. So he has been extremely repetitive lately. Aside from that, this has really been difficult for my wife, because she is managing our son alone, along with my very delightful and helpful daughter. I would like to take them to Disney World in hopes of making up for all the birthdays, holidays, dr. appts, therapy appts, and events I have missed out on. I think everyone will enjoy it and it will give my wife hope again that everything will be fine. It will also help with my son obsessing over seeing Mickey! I miss home and I miss my family and I need this to help transition us as a family again, because after all, we are all human. Thanks for taking the time to read this.

Sep 1st 2018

My name is Eric Perkins. I was a Specialist in the NY Army National Guard 2-108th Infantry. I enlisted in July 2001. After September 11th, I was called to active duty for two years to assist with homeland security. I then deployed to Afghanistan from 2007-2008 where I was a member of a six-man team that embedded with and trained the Afghan National Police. In July 2008 I suffered a head injury when a suicide bomber attacked my vehicle; for which I received a Purple Heart. I returned home to my wife and my 3 amazing children; Tyler 8, Owen 6, and Isabella 4. Isabella was diagnosed with Chiari Malformation when she was just a year old and subsequently had to have a neurosurgeon perform a decompression surgery. She has aspiration and reflux problems that require her not drink and receive her hydration by J-tube. Additionally she has sleep apnea which requires her to wear a bi-pap mask while sleeping. Providing the care she, and her brothers, need can be overwhelming at times but we have received the help of some amazing people along the way. All of the kids love Disney but Isabella absolutely loves Frozen. During one of her hospital stays (28 days) she insisted Frozen be played on a loop the entire time. I dream of seeing all of their delight in experiencing the Magic of Disney World. I simply cannot afford to make it happen on my own right now. I am thankful for the existence of this program for all those who it has already helped and I am now humbly wishful it can assist me in creating unforgettable memories for my entire family. I would like to request (5) 4-day Park Hopper Passes to Disney World.

Sep 1st 2018

Hi! My name is Sgt Joshua Horne. I lost my best friend in 2009, the day I was wounded. I later discovered infidelity within my first marriage which resulted in losing my family. Shortly thereafter, God led me to my current wife and, we were able to obtain sole custody of my kids which allowed us to be a blended family. We haven't had a honeymoon or anything and I'd really love to share in a family vacation. My world is complete, especially with the arrival of our now 18 month old daughter. We have 5 kids; 9,8,8,6 and 18 months. We have all girls and one boy. My wish is to be able to all go on a vacation and spend some much needed quality family time. I'd love to be able to take them to Legoland when I return around Sept 2017.

Aug 25th 2018

My name is MSgt John de la Cruz and an active duty firefighter in the USAF. I have been in the military for 17 years and am currently on my 8th deployment and will be returning in August. I would like to take my family to Disney World when I get back. As my kids, 4 and 8, are a little older, this deployment has been particularly hard on them and I wanted to surprise them with a trip when I return. My wife is also currently finishing nursing school and will graduate in August and I hope to be back to celebrate her accomplishment and take her to Disney World. She was following me for my entire career and put her career on hold and has finally found the opportunity to follow her dreams. Our military spouses and kids are remarkable and I would love to be able to show them how much I appreciate everything they do for me.

Aug 20th 2018

My name is SSgt Charles Kenney. I am active duty Air Force deployed from the 6th Security Forces Squadron. My family and I have been stationed at MacDill AFB for five years and there has not been a chance to relax and cherish what we have and reward my wife for holding the family together like she always does. Our oldest son was attacked by a dog requiring extensive facial surgeries, our youngest son required two surgical procedures while he was an infant and had failure to thrive, my wife required two medical surgeries, and I required back surgery in 2016 due to a military training exercise injury. I was not sure if I would ever return to active duty. It seems like the last five years has been one crisis after another. As grateful as we are for our positive experiences at MacDill AFB we are ready for me to return from this deployment, take one final family vacation, and head to the next chapter in our lives. Our youngest sons have never had the magical experience of Disney World and I would love to reward the entire family for standing by my side throughout my military service and always supporting me even when times were extremely stressful. I would like to take my family to Disney World when for a family reintegration vacation. Although Disney World will not make up for the lost time with their Dad, I would like to create new unforgettable memories with my kids that will last a lifetime and bring all five of us closer together and reunite as a family!

Aug 5th 2018

My name is SGT Michael Fuller and I am currently deployed. My wife recently told me that my son has been saving money to take me to Disney World when I get home from this deployment. I have served for about 9 years now and this is my 3 deployment. This is my 1st deployment as a married man and father of 2 kids. My son is 5 and my daughter is 2. I missed their birthdays and every holiday this deployment and I would love to make it up to them. We are asking for the Military Salute Park Hopper tickets for 5 days. My wife tells me my daughter loves Disney princesses and my son wants to ride the roller coasters with me. Please help me make their dream come true.

Aug 1st 2018

My name is SFC Joshua Sesters. I am a wounded warrior and disabled Vet, that served in the Army for 14 plus years. I was wounded in Iraq in 2004 while. I'm the father of a beautiful daughter, and husband to my amazing wife of 13 yrs. My family has always wanted to go to Disney world, so my wish is a trip for my family and I to Disney world.

Jul 23rd 2018

My name is SGT. Kenneth Darnell. I'm currently on my first deployment. I have a beautiful blended family and we had a wonderful new addition during my deployment. My wife Catherine is currently attending school while doing an amazing job as a stay at home mother. Catherine and I have been together for just over 2 years and have 4 kids between us: Donye 12, James 10, Arriyanna 8, and the newest addition is Cameron 4 months. On the civilian side I work at a paper mill which is a 7 day a week operation in which I get very few days off and work a lot of 12-16 hour days. Due to financial reasons I have to return to work almost immediately upon my return because I used up all of my leave when I went home for the birth of my son. I would love nothing more than being able to surprise my family with what would be our first vacation as a family together. I am requesting (5) 4-day Armed Forces Salute tickets to Disney World. God Bless everyone and thanks for allowing me tell you my story!

Jul 17th 2018

My name is 1SG Delarna, I have served 19 years in the Army and I am currently on my 7th deployment in Kuwait. I did 3 tours to Iraq, 2 to Afghanistan, 1 to Haiti and 1 to Kuwait. Being a Combat Engineer my job is risky. Three of my deployments were just searching for IED’s & doing rock clearance. Along with myself, my family has made many sacrifices throughout the years. After returning home this summer, I would like to thank them by taking our first family vacation together. My wife & I have been married for six years and have yet to have a honeymoon. Life just seems to fly by when you’re being deployed or pcsing every 2-3 years. We have a blended family with seven children(19, 16, 14, 13, 12, 7 & 2 mts) with our newest being born during this deployment. Thankfully, I was given one week leave and made it home the day before his arrival. Due to health reasons he experienced extended hospital stays, for that he has yet to meet his three older siblings. Our son doesn’t even know it yet but he has brought our blended family even closer! Seeing all seven smiling faces together for the first time will be a moment to cherish a lifetime! We are a family of 9 but will need 8 tickets. We do understand that it is highly unlikely our wish will be fully granted. We’re hoping at the least, we are blessed with some of the tickets to help offset the cost. Our one wish for our family is to take our first family trip to the happiest place on earth, Disneyland!!!

Jul 12th 2018

My name is Albert Meraz. I am currently overseas for a year long tour in Afghanistan. I have my wife and two girls (6 and 2) at home supporting me and awaiting my return in the summer next year. My wish is to take them to legoland in Florida and stay there for the weekend in July when I should be able to take post deployment leave. They have been so strong through this tour and I would like to give them a nice fun break when I arrive back.

Jul 2nd 2018

Hello my name is SGT Jeremy A. Looman. I just returned from Ukraine in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve with the Army National Guard. My youngest son, Sean, was born on the first day that I deployed to Ukraine. I returned a 2 weeks ago, and could only afford to take a week off before returning back to work. I have spent over 4 years in a combat zone, most of that time on Active Duty status with the 173D ABCT. It would mean the world to me spend time with Sean, and the rest of my beautiful family. My wish is for 6 Disney World Park Hopper Passes. My wife is amazing, such a sweet person and so deserving of a vacation. Even if this wish doesn't come true, I feel blessed to have served in the United States Army and the National Guard. My beautiful family consists of 7 but only need tickets for 6 because Sean is so young. Jenny my beautiful wife, Kyra (13), Halle (11), Jeremy Jr. (5), Jace (3), and Sean (7 Mo) and myself.

Jun 30th 2018

My name is LCDR Hugh Wilson. In December 2017 I returned from a reserve mobilization and six month deployment to Iraq. The deployment was a rewarding experience, but was somewhat unexpected and followed 14 months of working the night shift as a warehouse manager. During the deployment, my wife (a former Army Officer and Afghanistan veteran) was pregnant with our second daughter (she was born 3 days after I returned), raising our 2 year old and working full time. She never complained once throughout my deployment and was an amazing partner to me and mother to our girls. I would like to do something special for her to show my appreciation for the outstanding support and care she provided to our daughters and I while I was deployed. I would like to request two ticket for my wife and I to attend Hamilton when the touring production comes to the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

Jun 29th 2018

My name is Lieutenant Junior Grade Dominic Scharret, My wife and I have been married for almost 5 years now, and I have not been able to take her on a proper honeymoon. I did not have the leave or money at the time of our wedding due to the fact I was stationed in San Diego and our wedding was in Georgia (all of my leave and money was spent on travel back to my duty station). Since our wedding, I have not had time to take her on a proper honeymoon due to deployments, OPTEMPO and the fact I was selected for Officer Candidate School (OCS). After training at OCS, I received my commission and went further into more grueling training for flight school. I have not had time to take any vacations with my wife, let alone make up for her missed honeymoon. Recently, I was selected into the HR community and now, I finally have a position where I have the time to be able to take her on the honeymoon she deserves. I would like to take her to Universal Studios Hollywood. She is obsessed with Harry Potter.

Jun 28th 2018

My name is Alexander Gregory, I have been in the Air Force for just over three years, I am currently serving my second deployment in the military overseas. When I get back state side from this 10 month long deployment I would like to take my dad (Kevin Gregory 52) to an Eagles concert. They are my all time favorite band! Any assistance we could receive would be greatly appreciated!

Jun 27th 2018

Hello, my name is SSG Phi Nguyen and I just recently returned home from my 2nd deployment and wish to take my family on a vacation to Disney World. After my 1st deployment I was unable to take them anywhere on a vacation so I would love to surprise them this time around with a trip to Disney World. Although this was only my 2nd deployment, I have missed countless birthdays, anniversaries, multiple holidays and school functions which has been really tough on my family, not just myself. I want to let my family know that I appreciate them for all their sacrifices that they have had to make while I was away. I would love to have three 4-day park hopper passes to Disney World. Thank you so much for any help in making my wish for my family dream come true. I greatly appreciate all the support.

Jun 26th 2018

My name is Airman First Class Stricker I am currently on a six month deployment in Afghanistan. It is my very first deployment and it is hard being away from family. I would like to take my dad (Chad Stricker 43) and my two younger sisters (Peyton Stricker 16) (Janevy Stricker 14) to Disney World. I want to take them on this trip to make up for missed time together. I would like four 4 OR 5 day park hopper tickets. This would mean the world if you could make this happen for us.

Jun 17th 2018

I am SSG Bryant my one wish is to take my wife and kids to Disney World, I have 3 boys one is 6, than I have a 2 year old and a 4 month old. I have never been to Florida or Disney World, I see it on TV or I have friends that have been and they all have enjoyed it, I just feel like it would be an awesome thing if I can at any way get them to go to Universal Studios so they can have fun there. My two younger boys birthdays are 1 day apart and It would be a great birthday gift to take them to Disney world.

Jun 15th 2018

I am a Navy Corpsman, currently on my 3rd deployment. I am married to my beautiful wife, Sandra, and we have 3 boys -Kayden (7), Christopher (5), and Samuel (1). Due to monetary constraints, I have been unable to give my family a true vacation. I wish to bring my family to Disney World and have a memorable vacation with them. The military keeps me away from my family far more than I wish, and I want to have a special vacation with my family. I don't want my boys to look back and only remember me being gone all the time. I want my family to have a little bit of fun if that is possible.

Jun 15th 2018

My name is Chief Petty Officer Bradley, Erik. It'll be 16 years of service come this May 2018. The toughest part about being in the military is leaving a support system like no other...my family has sacrificed so much for my career and continues to do so. I am currently deployed to the Persian Gulf and will not return until December sometime (7 months gone). My wife and I have had dreams of taking our boys to Disney since they were 2 and 4 (now 7 and 9) and have not had the funds to take our boys on a family vacation. I would love to be able to surprise our 2 boys with a trip to Disneyland to try to make up for all the missed birthdays, anniversaries and holidays. I would like to make a Hero's wish to request (4) Disneyland 3-day park hopper tickets for my family; My wife Rebecca and our 2 boys; CJ 9, Trenton 7. We would love to take this trip in February or March 2018. Any sort of contribution would be greatly appreciated and a dream come true for all of us. Please help our family with a vacation that will be remembered for a lifetime and we would be forever grateful. Thank you and God Bless.

Jun 11th 2018

Hello everyone! I'm SFC McBride, I am on my 4th deployment. I have been in the Army for 16 years. I have missed so many significant moments with the family. We haven’t had time to make it to 1 family reunion while I have been in the service. My wife Veronica was also in the service, but had to get out because of complications with our triplets during birth. Our family has been through a lot with me being away during deployments and military training. My wife has been the backbone of this family for many years, abandoning her dream to serve our country and becoming a stay at home mom. We have 7 kids total (1 set of triplets, my baby boy has autism in the pic with his head down) and I could never be able to balance life the way she does it on a daily basis. My kids are Lem Jr 12, Cassidy 10, Jayden 8, Ladarius 6, Aloni, Amari, Aloni all three are 5. During this deployment, my 2 oldest sons have stepped up and tried to fill my shoes with supporting my wife with the little ones. I want to show my wife and kids that I’m very grateful for their patience and support. I want to take the family to Disney World in Florida for 3 days. I am just asking for assistance with purchasing tickets. I have saved enough during this deployment to pay for lodging, and transportation. I return home around June and want to plan our trip in July. A trip to Disney World is a one in a lifetime dream for our family, but because of the size it’s very difficult. A friend told me about the Hero's Wish and this gave me hope that our dream could actually come true. Thank you so much and I'm truly grateful for any support. GOD BLESS!