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About
As Americans we have all been exposed to the popular sentiment, “Support Our Troops.” We see it on television, billboards, bumper stickers, and hear it spoken of on radio, even with the lyrics of popular songs. But like so many other things in this fast-paced country of ours, it soon becomes part of the background noise of our daily lives.
We know you want to help. We hear the words of support from the public every day. We also hear, “I don’t know how to help.” This is the way. By financially supporting the FWSF, you make a direct and positive impact on the lives of our hero soldiers and their families.
None of our members are paid and 97% of donations go directly to our troops in need.
"While we can never do enough to show our gratitude to our heroes, we can always do a little more."
Our Mission
The mission of the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund™ (FWSF) is to support Michigan-based soldiers who serve and protect our country.
We are a non-profit, non-partisan 501(c) (3) organization. Our members do not receive any financial compensation for their efforts. The FWSF is an all-volunteer effort, supporting our armed forces. We are honored to help injured soldiers pay their living expenses, and provide assistance to the families of the fallen.
Our Organization
Founded in 2006, the organization is dedicated to supporting Michigan-based soldiers and their families. Proceeds from corporate and private donations as well as events are used to support the organization's mission. The organization is wholly staffed by business people and volunteers who believe in giving back to our armed forces and their families. Fundraising activities include an annual dinner with silent auction, a golf outing, comedy nights, and other community events.
WE ARE AN ALL-VOLUNTEER EFFORT AND 97% OF YOUR DONATIONS GO DIRECTLY TO VETERANS.
We have been designated a Great Nonprofit 4 years in a row.
You can read about those we have helped on our Success Stories page and on our page at Great Nonprofits.
Our Board
The FWSF Board of Directors and FWSF Committee members donate their time without expenses or monetary compensation, and it is our absolute honor to serve the veterans of Michigan.
Steven Bubnes
Chairman of the Board
Robert Grimaldi
President
Lynn Phillips, PH.D.
Executive Director
Lynne Minish
Treasurer
Herbert Scott
Distribution Committee
Chris Cornelius
Board Member
Steven Hernandez
Board Member
Martin Sudz
Board Member
Paul Ruehl
Board Member
Todd Waller
Secretary
Doug Waite
Board Member
Jim Hoen
Board Member
Cindy Lazarus
Board Member
Melyssa Shandler
Board Member
Jeremy Fick
Board Member
David Carleton
Board Member
Charles Burnes
Board Member
Eric Castiglia
Board Member
Carol Pearson
Board Member
Our Advisory Board
BG ROGER B. BURROWS (RET.)
BG Burrows is a Business Development professional with over 40 years of experience. He has supported The Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund and other charities that support veterans for years. We are grateful for his continued support and service to our country.
MARY LAMPARTER
Mary has a strong passion for helping our Veterans and does so in a variety of ways. As a former board member she supports the organization as well as other Veteran-based groups. She serves on the board of the Grosse Pointe War Memorial and their Patriot Committee, is on the board of the local chapter of the Association of U.S. Army, and belongs to Women in Defense, the National Defense Industrial Association and the Selfridge Base Community Council. Her main passion is raising funds to train and pair Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs with Veterans and First Responders in order to help them with the seen and unseen wounds associated with service to their communities and country.
SHARAFAT (SHAZ) KHAN
Shaz Khan is a Senior Partner with Deloitte LLP specializing in Strategy and General Management with a proven ability to anticipate, innovate, and accelerate across a spectrum of disciplines to enhance business performance. With more than 30 years of executive experience in the high-tech, manufacturing, distribution/logistics, healthcare, and telecommunications industries, along with significant government agency engagements, Shaz brings a multi- dimensional perspective and wealth of experience to a Board role.
JEFF STYERS
Jeff is a Marine Veteran who is involved with multiple charities. He is the owner and founder of Arrow Strategies, a staffing firm, where he serves as CEO. He is proud to continue supporting those who serve our country by supporting his fellow veterans.
SAM KASSAB
Sam is the truest sense of the word patriot. He supports several military support charities. Ever year he personally hosts multiple events for veterans. His compassion is also shown in his company, Guardian Angel Home Care. He has programs that specifically teach his staff how to better serve veterans home health needs. “It is my honor and pleasure to help those who serve America!”
HILL HARPER
Hill Harper
CHRISTOPHER VANSLAGER
Christopher Vanslager
ROCKY RACKOWSKI
Rocky Rackowski
LOU BURR
Lou Burr