About HOOAH For Heroes
HOOAH Deer Hunt for Heroes was started to give back to our soldiers who have given so much. We're able to share our passion for hunting and fishing. The outdoors are the perfect place to heal mentally and physically and enables our soldiers to experience the outdoors in ways they did not know was possible. This program enables soldiers to network with other soldiers and civilians, a unique opportunity.
Serving Veterans Across America
We proudly serve veterans from all branches of the military across the United States. Here's where our participating veterans have served and now call home.
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Meet the Board
Tom Huffington
Founder & Board Chair
HOOAH Deer Hunt for Heroes was started to give back to our soldiers who have given so much. I'm able to share my passion for hunting and fishing. The outdoors is the perfect place to heal mentally and physically and enables our soldiers to experience the outdoors in ways they did not know was possible.
Matt Graden
Co-Founder & Board Member
Both my wife and I are veterans. We have many friends and family members that are veterans, some with service-connected disabilities. My oldest son is currently serving in the Navy. I was onboard with Tom's idea from day one to help wounded US Military Veterans experience the healing power of the outdoors.
John Masters
Board Member
My passion for the outdoors began at an early age. I have fond memories of seeing my older brothers Jeff, Tom and Joe pulling in the driveway to show off their whitetail harvests. Since then we have enjoyed countless hours together in God's most beautiful creation, nature. Through HOOAH Deer Hunt for Heroes it has been an absolute honor and privilege to share all the wonderful opportunities and healing nature has afforded me, with some of our nation's greatest heroes.
Jared Poppe
Fishing Coordinator
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Joe Gaither
Board Member
Tom Huffington approached me about HOOAH Deer Hunt for Heroes idea in June 2013. Tom is a life-long friend and when he explained his idea and asked if I would be interested in helping, I quickly said yes. I have several family members, and friends, who have served in the military and I always wanted to find a way to give back. My wife and I have three sons and we wanted them to understand and appreciate the freedoms they are provided through the sacrifices of our military family. It has always amazed me how so many people willingly volunteer to defend the freedoms we enjoy. I'd like to thank all of those who have served, or are currently serving, for their selfless sacrifice and let them know they are never alone. I feel sharing our love for the outdoors is a perfect way to do that.