History
John McDaniel founded the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation in 2007 and established its corporate headquarters in Apollo Beach, Florida. A retired Army officer, John felt that his service to the American nation was not yet finished.
"I see a crucial need for mental and spiritual healing in the combat wounded veteran population, and I’ve seen how sporting activities in the great outdoors can meet this need," said war veteran McDaniel.
Wounded Warriors in Action connects Purple Heart recipients with American sportsmen to provide world-class sporting events. Wounded Warriors in Action has served over 100 Purple Heart recipients to date.
"These sportsmen feel compelled to give back to these service members who have given so much," said McDaniel, an avid sportsman himself.
Through Wounded Warriors in Action, combat wounded veterans who have been awarded the Purple Heart receive opportunities they might otherwise never have, first-rate sporting activities like hunting elk in Washington State, hunting pheasant in South Dakota, and wreck fishing off the coast of New Jersey. The foundation is now growing by leaps and bounds, thanks to the generous support of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Service Foundation, devoted federal employees in the Combined Federal Campaign, and concerned patriots like you.
One of the most important outcomes of Wounded Warriors in Action events for Purple Heart recipients is being able to connect with other service members who have been through similar experiences. These events can also help to ease the debilitating effects of post-traumatic stress disorder, facilitate warriors’ adjustment to life back home, and foster a sense of self-reliance.
After the 2010 Alligator Hunt near Gainesville, Florida, Wounded Warrior Josh Krueger related, "These types of trips for me are spiritually cleansing. This trip renewed my faith in people and has helped me remember who I am and what I stand for." You can learn more about the positive outcomes of WWIA events by reading the Warriors' testimonials.
1st WWIA All Female Purple Heart Turkey Hunt
March 30, 2012 - April 10, 2012
Championship Bass Fishing Tournament, Lake Fork Texas
May 10, 2012 - May 12, 2012
Wisconsin Cast N Blast
May 18, 2012 - May 20, 2012
Skagit River Fishing
June 08, 2012 - June 10, 2012
Phelps Fishing Jamboree
June 14, 2012 - June 17, 2012
