Hi John , Corrina, & Johnny Mac,

It doesn’t seem like a week has already gone by since I was fishing for the most salmon I have ever seen in my life. I can say without a doubt that I had never seen so many fish jumping on a...

Rick White
SFC US Army/National Guard Retired

Wounded Warriors in Action

Established in 2007, the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation (WWIA) is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Apollo Beach Florida. The WWIA is dedicated to serving our nation's combat wounded, Purple Heart recipients, by providing world-class outdoor sporting activities.

Our Mission

The Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation Inc. (WWIA) serves our Nation’s combat wounded Purple Heart recipients by providing world-class outdoor sporting activities as a means to recognize and honor their sacrifice, encourage independence and connections with communities, and promote healing and wellness through camaraderie and a shared passion for the outdoors.

Our Situation

The country has been at war, now, for over ten years.

As of 1 April 2014, the combined total of post 9-11 Wounded in Action (WIA) was 51,932. See U.S. Casualty Report

These men and women are our Nation’s most treasured asset. Hunting and fishing provide excellent opportunities to assist our wounded veterans in recovering – mentally, physically, and spiritually from their war experiences.

The WWIA Goals

Increase Self-Reliance
Bolster Self-Confidence
Enjoy the Great Outdoors
Promote Spiritual Healing and Wellness
Instill a Sense of Belonging

Purple Heart veterans catching more than fish in Ashtabula excursion

cleveland.com - Brian Albrecht

Eight veterans who were awarded Purple Hearts during their military service will go fishing for more than Lake Erie walleye in an Aug. 1-4 excursion from Ashtabula.

They'll be tro...

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Missouri-Kansas Chapter of WWIA

Joe Knorr(right) gave COO Dixon Gunther(left) a check for $22,000 from the fundraising efforts of the Missouri-Kansas Chapter of WWIA. This money was raised in support of their November Hunting Event and Fundraiser Dinner. Way to go Joe!

2nd Annual Salmon Barbecue Fundraiser

The Wounded Warriors in Action 2nd Annual Salmon Barbecue was a huge success! We raised a total of $8,000.00 for this fantastic charity! Thank you so much to everyone who donated. These donations will make it possible to keep holding events and giving thanks to our Purple Heart Combat Veterans! (pictured) Tosha with NW Farm Credit Services giving WWIA a $500.00 donation. Thank you so much!!

St. Croix Casino Danbury Fundraiser Nets over $9000!

"This is the largest check Wounded Warriors in Action has received from anyone in the state," said Matt Tennessen of WWIA on Saturday, June 22. "These funds will be used to benefit wounded Wisconsin soldiers or residents."