Past Hero's Wishes
I am an Iraq and Afghanistan veteran. I was injured during my last deployment while clearing a Taliban training camp. My wife and 3 kids have been through a lot with their dad being deployed and watching me struggle with a traumatic brain injury and PTSD. When I got home, I tried to move on with my life but couldn't. I quit my job as a paramedic at Vanderbilt University in the Emergency Room, lost my Paramedic License because I was unable to remember drug dosages and other critical things in medicine. I ended up in inpatient at the VA. There I admitted for the first time I needed help in 2013. It was the worst day of my life, but also the best as I began to get help. Now I would be able to go with my family to Disney World as before PTSD kept me from being around people and was ruining my life. I would love to give back to my family for what they have given me in allowing me to serve my country as a Combat Medic in the U.S. Army. I desire to bless my family as they have supported me through this tough time. Disney World in Orlando Florida for the 5 of us for 4 days is my wish. For Jaden 13, Natesa 12, and Kole 11, along with my wife and I to hang out together in Disney World would be a dream for all of us.
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2007 - 2011
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Andrew donated $25.00
- Charles in Honor of Fred Sherman donated $25.00
- Daniel donated $125.00
- jenn donated $50.00
- Amy donated $20.00
- Sarah donated $10.00
- DAVID donated $20.00
- Tracey donated $75.00
- James donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $125.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- Holly donated $100.00
- Ryan donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- Abe donated $30.00
- Edward donated $50.00
- Ethan donated $25.00
- Ryan in Honor of Joseph Marmo (RIP) donated $20.00
- Daniel donated $50.00
- Jenny donated $105.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I can't tell you how much my family and I appreciated this time we had together at Disney World. It is so encouraging to know there are people out there but still love this country and are willing to support the troops. We are so blessed for each one of you but donated. That was so much family time we needed as a family and one of the best vacations we ever had. God Bless Andrew donated $25.00 Charles donated $25.00 Daniel donated $125.00 jenn donated $50.00 US Army (RET) donated $20.00 Sarah donated $10.00 DAVID donated $20.00 Tracey donated $75.00 James donated $25.00 Bryan donated $125.00 Richard donated $100.00 MAJ Mary donated $50.00 Holly donated $100.00 Ryan donated $20.00 Andrew donated $50.00 Abe donated $30.00 Edward donated $50.00 Ethan donated $25.00 Ryan donated $20.00 Daniel donated $50.00 Jenny donated $50.00 And the Veteran Tickets Foundation general Hero's Wish Fund.
- KOLBY
My name is Travis, I did 4 years in the United States Marine Corps. I served from 2002 through 2006 as an infantryman. I was part of the initial invasion in Iraq in 2003, in 2004 I deployed to Africa and in 2005 I went back to Iraq. On mothers day in 2005 I was wounded by an RPG and a gun shot during Operation Matador while clearing houses along the Syrian border. In the Picture is part of my fire team. From the left is my Lcpl Lawrence Philippon (k.i.a May,8 2005) Myself (w.i.a May,8 2005) Lcpl Emanuel Nelson (w.i.a May 8, 2005). I would like to surprise my wife and kids to a vacation to Disney World. They are my biggest support system and are well deserving. I would like 4 four day park hopper tickets to Disney World.
U.S. Marine Corps (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2002 - 2006
Wish Fulfilled By:
- nathan donated $50.00
- Joe donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Norbert donated $10.00
- Charles donated $50.00
- Joe donated $25.00
- Todd donated $20.00
- John donated $20.00
- Pamela donated $100.00
- Andrew donated $25.00
- Leland donated $25.00
- jenn donated $50.00
- - in Honor of Robert G. Windsor from Clair, Eric, Ben, Libby, Rob and Ashley donated $680.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you Vet Tix and all of the donors who made this once in a lifetime opportunity possible. My family will remember this for a lifetime. God Bless you All.
- Travis
My name is Msgt Johnathon Johnson and this year I deployed two weeks before my oldest son turned 15 and returned after my youngest turned 8. I would like to take them to Walt Disney World to Celebrate with a park hopper. For most of my career I have been away for my wife's birthday however this year I was home for hers and missed our sons. I would like to make up the time missed by celebrating at Walt Disney World. They have been troopers, enduring two deployments during an 18 month period plus the typical stateside TDY's. I love my family and cherish the time I get to spend with them. I can't think of a better way to celebrate not only my return but also the moments we missed during my deployment. My son turns 16 in April and this would be a great way to celebrate!
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Andrew donated $25.00
- Shawn donated $25.00
- Ryan donated $25.00
- Foxfire Events in Honor of Darl Miller donated $50.00
- Ryan donated $25.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you to Foxfire Events and donors that made our vacation possible! Our family had a great time at Walt Disney World. It was fun to celebrate this missed birthdays this way. We cannot express in a simple message the gratitude our family has for you making our wish come true!!
- Johnathon
My name is Sgt. Justin Bond. I was born in Kings County rejoined the US Army after our homeland was attacked on September 11, 2001. After being shot through the center of both knees in the battle of Fallujah Iraq and losing my left leg above the knee I spent most of my 6 and 8 year old girls lives in the hospital and going through surgeries. This last year was the worst as I ended up with stomach and colon cancer from the burn pits in Iraq and had to go through chemo and more surgeries. I have wanted to take my Disney fans, my girls to Disneyland for several years but couldn't. Now they are a perfect age and I am surgery free for the rest of this year other than 1 small one... I checked on tickets and realized that the tickets alone are very expensive. I am unable to come up with the funds for this to be able to spoil my family and take a trip and can't see how I will ever be able to afford that while my girls are in school on a disability income and continuing my medical issues so I was told about this site from Disneyland and decided to give it a try... Thank You
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
1997 - 2005
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Jenna donated $25.00
- Roger donated $100.00
- Carol donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $425.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I cant thank you enough for helping get my girls to to Disneyland!!! Everyone enjoyed themselves so much!!! Makalya 6 and Jennifer 8 each spent time with their Disney Princess and I was able to spend a few quality days with my Princesses, my girls!!! I know that money is tough in this world so for all of you to help us get to Disneyland for a few days to escape reality really means a lot to us! It was truly a weekend we will NEVER forget and we honestly and truly would not have been able to go without your support! Thank you Vet Tix and to the donors that are helping to create memories when they would not otherwise be possible!!! Sincerely, Justin Bond
- JUSTIN
My name is ETC Christopher Green. I am married with 4 wonderful children, two boys ages 19 and 17, and two girls ages 13 and 10. I have spent the last 16 years of my Coast Guard career missing several birthdays, holidays, and other special days through-out the life of my children. The last three years have been the most difficult due to being stationed on a cutter and completed 9 deployments, keeping me away from my family for 18 months out of those three years. We recently had to rescue my oldest son from an unfortunate event which left him homeless and is now living with us again. I have always put my kids first whenever it came to our family's finances and therefore I have never taken them anywhere but to see other family, which was usually in conjunction with transfers. I am now stationed in Florida where I get to spend plenty of time with my family again, but still dream of getting to take them on a vacation. Being close to Orlando at this point, I would love to be able to take them to Disney World, especially before my oldest gets back on his feet and decides to move out again, but the combination cost of tickets, hotel, and food, especially for a family of 6, is still extremely high. Thank you Vet Tix for providing opportunities to our service members and all those who donate to help fulfill these requests.
U.S. Coast Guard (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Andrew donated $25.00
- Crystal donated $25.00
- Gary donated $20.00
- Susan donated $50.00
- Charles donated $20.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you for making this wish come true for my family. We had an amazing time at Disney World, even with my wife breaking her leg just before going. I can't tell you how much this has meant to us to be able to do.
- Christopher
My name is CPT Nathan Lubba, I have been deployed for the past six months in East Africa and prior to that twelve months in Afghanistan, missing the holidays and my daughter's birthday. My wish is for a family trip to Disney World to spend some much needed time reuniting with my family, wife 8 year old daughter and 3 year old son. My wife not only cares for my 8 year old daughter and 3 year old son, but works as a kindergarten teacher taking care of 20 other children. This would be our first trip to Disney World and something to make our time reuniting that much more special. We hope to be able to spend 4 days at the park with park hopper passes. This would be an amazing trip and something my kids will enjoy and remember for years to come. Thank you for your time and consideration.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Matthew donated $0.36
- Johnette donated $100.00
- Andrew donated $30.00
- Ryan donated $25.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you vettix and everyone that supports this organization. We had a great time reuniting and spending some quality family time at Disney World! We are truly fortunate and absolutely grateful for what vettix does. Thank you, The Lubbas
- Nathan
I am Richard Brier, A First Class Petty Officer in the USN Seabees. I am currently assigned as part of a Joint Task Force in Africa. My Military career has resulted in missing a lot of important days and events over the years. My Bride of 31 years has been great at dealing with this. What I would like to do is for us to be able to Celebrate our 31st Anniversary at Disney World in Orlando Fl. I have arrange R&R during this time frame. As like most of my deployments this one is going to be another long one. Looks like 18 plus months. I would like to make this time in our lives very special. We want to create new memories together at one of the most happiest palaces in the world. As our children are all grown we are going to create our own memories starting on this date. This would be so great for my Bride to be able to start our next 30 plus years together in this Magical World.
U.S. Navy (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- RANDY in Honor of NMBC 40 donated $40.00
- John donated $10.00
- christopher donated $50.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Sorry it took so long to say thanks. After i returned I was sent back out were I had no access to my internet accounts. So here goes. I want to thank all those who donated to my wish. My Bride and I had a great time making new memories for our 31st anniversary. We spent four wonderful days park hopping. There was even one day that Kim wanted to go to Animal Kingdom. On the day that we did this I commented to her that I traveled 12K miles just to come back to Africa at Disney. On our Anniversary night we were at Epcot were we stayed to see the wonderful fireworks that they have there. On our way out the Magic Kingdom started there fireworks and we were able to see most of that as well from Epcot. As all the pics that we took I left at home I am unable at this time to provide a pic. However at a future date I will do this. Again I want to thank VetTix and all who helped make our 31st Anniversary one that we will remember for a life time.
- RICHARD
My name is Capt. Robert Anderson. We will be traveling to Florida this year for spring break to see our family, and would like to take our children to the Magic Kingdom to meet some of their favorite characters. In particular, we would like to have our son with Autism, Ross, meet his favorite character from Toy Story, Mr. Potatohead. I have been in the military for 13 years and owe a great deal of my success to my wife and children. Unfortunately, with five children, affording a day visit to the park is just not feasible at this point. My children (11, 7, 6, 4, and 3) have faced significant hardship as Army children, and I would like to reward them with a surprise day at the Magic Kingdom. 7 tickets to the Magic Kingdom is just not feasible for our family right now.I would like to surprise them with a visit to the Magic Kingdom to honor them for all they have done for me.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- John donated $10.00
- Adrian donated $25.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you so very much for giving us the opportunity to enjoy Disney World together as a family. We don't get very much family time, and the days we spent at Disney World will be a wonderful memory for all of us. Above all, your generosity gave us the gift of time spent together, something rarely afforded to military families. Please know you have changed 7 lives for the better, and we could not be more grateful.
- Anderson Family
Greetings, My name is Melvin. I am a Purple Heart wounded veteran. I've been on numerous deployments and of course any veteran that can relate will tell you it can take a toll on you physically and mentally. PTSD and depression should never be taken lightly. I'm a huge WWE fan. My only wish is to attend WWE WrestleMania 32 in Dallas and/or WWE Monday Night raw in San Antonio. I've never personally attended an event such as this. My son would always ask me if he can ever go and experience what that's like but I can't afford that opportunity whenever they're in town. It's never nice to see the frowns on his face every time WWE is within the vicinity. It would mean the world to me to see his facial expression to have him attend a live event such as this. I know things like this happen only once in a lifetime but the memories will always be priceless. Thank you in advance for taking the time to read this letter. Thank you and God Bless.
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
1997 - 2007
Wish Fulfilled By:
- DAVID donated $20.00
- Tamika donated $25.00
- Andrew donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- Ken donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- VetTixer donated $50.00
- steve donated $30.00
- Shawn donated $25.00
- Jesenya in Honor of My Dad SGT. Ian Thomas Sanchez 1979-2006 donated $10.00
- Jon in Honor of Melvin donated $320.00
- Ryan donated $20.00
- Natasha donated $25.00
- Stephanie donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $105.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I cannot thank you enough and we are forever grateful to Vet Tix and all the individual donors who made it a reality for my son and I to attend Wrestlemania 32 . It was the greatest and most exciting experience to be live and in person and witness history. My son was telling all his friends in school and this left one of the most happiest of memories that will forever be near and dear to our hearts. I literally shed a few tears after my 7 year old told me it was the best day in his life. Once again thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you to Vet Tix and all the individual donors once again
- Melvin
I have a family of 7 so at times it is hard for me to afford to take my family to do fun things like this so I'm hoping this will allow me to do that for them. I 'am requesting 6 three day hopper tickets to Disneyland in Anaheim Ca. 6 three day hopper tickets to Disneyland in Anaheim Ca for me, my wife, and five kids. Didn't ask for the last because my youngest is 1. Me and my wife have been married for 2 years now but we have been together for 5 years I have completed 2 deployments since being together both for a total of about 12 months first to Afghanistan then to Japan. My wife has been a trooper taking care of 5 kids while I have been away and I KNOW that I couldn't do it and all of this was less than a year after having my son and having very major complications and doing so, so much so that she almost died. Thank you!
U.S. Navy (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Andrew donated $25.00
- william donated $25.00
- Rosendo donated $100.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I just want to thank Vettix and my donors for giving this opportunity to my family. This trip meant the world to us it allowed our family to visit Disneyland for the first time as a family, and allowed us to go before our oldest daughter graduated from high school. People like you guys really show us veterans that people really do care about us and it will definitely not be forgotten. P.S. WE ARE HAVING A GREAT TIME!!!
- Terry
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