Past Hero's Wishes
My name is LT. Scott Vanarsdel, I have just finished a year-long deployment to Afghanistan and have now returned home to Owasso, OK. I have three daughters that are all fans of Carrie, especially since she’s from OKLA herself. My wish is to take my daughters to the Carrie Underwood concert in Tulsa, OK. It would be an incredible thing if I were able to take my daughters to the concert at the BOK Center in Tulsa next month. It’s probably impossible but an autograph or picture would be over-the-top. This would be a great PR event for Ms. Underwood but I don’t know how you would present this to her management. Thank you for the opportunity to request tickets for this event. V/r Scott Vanarsdel, LT, SC, USN
U.S. Navy (Veteran)
2003 - 2023
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Jessica donated $650.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
The concert was great and it was a wonderful time to spend with my daughters. The Vet Tix staff really put forth the extra effort to get us extremely good seats and stayed in contact with me during the entire process. THANKS! Please let the people responsible for providing the tickets how much I really do appreciate their efforts. Merry Christmas to all, Scott
- LT Scott Vanarsdel, SC, USN
My name is LCDR John Ruane, USN. My family and I would love to see a Washington Redskins game in person. My wish is to take my family to a Washington Redskins football game. I would need 5 tickets for me, my wife and my 3 children. I have never had the opportunity to take my family to a Redskins game. We would be thrilled to attend a Home Game in 2012-2013! My deployment to Southcom consisted of anti-drug operations, as well as humanitarian aid (see attached photo of house we built in 4 days in a 3rd world country). The Lord gives back to those who give. Many blessings, John and family!
U.S. Navy (Veteran)
1988 - 2014
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Attached picture - please add to my previously submitted thank you message.
- John
I'm Jeff Grosky and I am one of the many severely injured Marines from 3rd Battalion 5th Marines that went to the deployment from hell Sept 10-April 11. On Oct 31, 2010, while on a foot patrol to take a known Taliban house...I hit an IED. One of the results is I lost my right leg below the knee. During my 19 months of rehab and recovery in San Diego, I had a wish that when I got home my dad and I could go to a Washington Redskins home game...the one against Philadelphia on Nov 18, 2012. I got home several months ago and found how hard the tickets were to get and thought maybe we would not be able to go. I grew up in Virginia Beach, as my dad is also a career retired Marine and was stationed there several times for 18 yrs. We kept the family there even though he went to Ca for one 5 yr assignment. We are long time Redskins fans, but never made it up to a home game and now we live in South Dakota. If we could get some tickets, then we would get there!!
U.S. Marine Corps (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2009 - 2012
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I just wanted to thank the Veterans Tickets Foundation and the very generous person who donated the tickets! It was an experience of a life time and something I'll probably never have the chance to do again. Its something my dad and I have wanted to do for a very long time and it was everything we expected and more. We are very grateful for the speedy response as we didn't know if we would be able to get tickets in time! The home victory against the Eagles was a perfect way to cap off a perfect trip! Here's a photo from us at the game! Thank you so much! Jeff Grosky
- Jeffrey
My name is Michael Daugherty. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. As you may know, tickets to a Steelers game are not exactly cheap, and not exactly in the price range for a senior airman in the USAF. I am constantly looking for tickets to a game at Heinz Field, however they are usually sold-out or way too expensive. My girlfriend is a Cleveland, OH native and doesn't really understand how or why we are so passionate about our Pittsburgh Steelers. It would mean so much to me if I could take her to a game in the city and let her experience what I once experienced as a child. This would be a dream-come-true for me to be able to attend a home game for my home town team. I will be returning home to the US in approximately 2 to 3 weeks, just in time for the NFL season!! If I had to choose a game, it would be the PHI vs. PIT, but honestly it wouldn't matter which game to me. The reason I chose the Philadelphia game is so that I could be a part of the I-80 rivalry game and see Mike Vick play in person against my hometown squad. Please help make my dream come true! [Service Before Self]
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I can't thank VetTix, Hero's Wish, 5 Hour Energy, and Dial Global enough. They granted me not only my wish but more than I ever imagined. Not only did we have amazing seats at a MNF game in Pittsburgh, but they granted us access behind the scenes in the broadcast booth with Boomer Esiason and the crew! Thank you for the experience of a lifetime!
- Michael
My name is Sergeant First Class Shawn Campbell. I currently have 19 1/2 years in the Army. I have deployed to Iraq four times for 43 months, to Kuwait one time for 5 months, and Saudi Arabia one time for 6 months. My wish is for 3 tickets to the NASCAR Sprint Cup: AAA Texas 500 at Texas Motor Speedway and I would love to get the chance to meet Clint Bowyer. He has been my favorite Driver since coming to NASCAR and would love to get to meet him at the TEXAS Race on Nov 4, 2012. I have just returned home from my 5th deployment and would love the opportunity.
U.S. Army (Veteran)
1991 - 2013
This Hero has not yet filled out a thank you message.
My name is 1SG Kevin Engler. Currently I am deployed to Afghanistan for my 5th deployment. I would like to be able to take my wife and three kids ages 10, 8 & 5 on a 4 day park hopper to Disney World from 29 OCT-01 NOV 12. The kids would love these Park Hopper Passes because they'll be able to also go trick'r treating down there at that time. Like most Soldiers coming home and all the deployments I haven't been able to actually take my family anywhere on a real family vacation that the kids would be able to remember.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Maggie donated $20.00
- Robert donated $20.00
- Kathleen donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $40.00
- Sasha donated $20.00
- Tammy donated $10.00
- Alan donated $1,370.00
This Hero has not yet filled out a thank you message.
My name is 1SG Brian R. White. My wish is for tickets to the 28 OCT 12 NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Martinsville, VA. I'd love to take my twin sons to their first race. They have passed the test of watching a full race on TV now they are ready for the next step. This would be our first Father-Son event (with the help of my brother) that we have had the opportunity to go on. I am returning from a 3rd tour to Afghanistan at the end of September and have missed most of this years races. I have been deployed for the last year, once again, and have completely missed their kindergarten year of school as well as the start of the 1st grade year. This is the 3rd year long deployment since their birth and I have missed half of their lives due to serving my country in harm's way. I feel fortunate to have been on multiple deployments without being injured in any way. There are thousands of Americans that weren't so fortunate that I take the time to Pray for their families' well-being. I have missed several family birthdays, funerals and anniversaries. The latest event being the death of my father-in-law. Not to mention those cute school events that you only get to see once in a lifetime. Although sad, thousands of my fellow service members have fallen in the same category. I hope that your organization will fulfill this wish and allow my sons and I to make memories with you at Martinsville.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Robert donated $10.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Vettix! Thank you for granting my wish. This program is awesome and a true testiment to the kindness that this country has in its heart. My sons and I had an awesome time at their first Nascar event. The seats were great and being at Martinsville for the first time was a great experience. I appreciate this program so much that half of my annual contribution to the Combined Federal Campaign will go to this organization. When I hear "thank you for what you do," I can't honestly think of the proper words as a response. The feeling that these words generate can somehow be shared by Vettix as they continue to grant wishes for deserving veterans that serve to keep America safe at home. Thank you for this opportunity. 1SG Brian R. White
- Brian
My name is SGT. Victor Bueno. My wish is to attend the Thursday night football game in San Francisco, CA where the 49ers play the Seattle Seahawks. I would like to take my little brother and his coach because they were actually the one's who got me thru my last deployment in Afghanistan and were always there for me. My brother's coach is a long time friend of mine and is a fan of the Seahawks, that's why I want to take them. And I also picked a Thursday night game because not many people would go, so easier on your organization to get I hope.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
This Hero has not yet filled out a thank you message.
HELLO I AM SGT. ANGEL D MARTINEZ. I AM A NATIVE OF MIAMI FLORIDA BUT CURRENTLY A TRANSPLANT IN TEXAS.(I GOT HERE AS FAST AS I COULD)CURRENTLY I AM ON THE LAST LEG OF MY RECOVERY AT SAMMC(SAN ANTONIO MILITARY MEDICAL CENTER. I WAS INJURED IN ZABUL PROVINCE AFGHANISTAN ON SEPT 6 2010. AS YOU CAN IMAGINE OUR FIRST TWO YEARS OF MARRIAGE HAVE BEEN EVENTFUL. BUT OF COURSE IT IS NOT WITH OUT ITS "PLATINUM" LINING. FOUR MONTHS AGO WE WELCOMED A NEW EDITION TO THE FAMILY, CHARLOTTE MARIE MARTINEZ. WHILE THE NIGHTS HAVE GOTTEN SHORTER I WOULDN'T CHANGE IT FOR THE WORLD. MY WISH IS TO TAKE A WEEKEND THIS FALL OCT 12-14 2012 TO ATTEND AUSTIN CITY LIMITS MUSIC FESTIVAL. WE ASK FOR (2) 3 DAY PASSES FOR THE FESTIVAL THAT SELL FOR $200.00 EACH. ANY CONTRIBUTION SMALL OR LARGE WOULD MAKE THE DIFFERENCE. THANK YOU
U.S. Army (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2004 - 2012
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you deeply for your act of kindness. Severely injured and in between surgeries I sought to escape to Austin City Limits while stationed at Ft. Sam Houston. It would not have happened without you.
- Angel Martinez
I was injured in Iraq July 2004 I lost the use of my hand by a IED. When I was in Iraq I promised myself I would attend my favorite group of all time, which is the Red Hot Chilli Peppers. They had a huge impact to me in my tour in Iraq and with my recovery. Due to recent changes in my health I am now getting amputated in 2 to 3 months I would like to go see them before I go into surgery. My Hero's wish is that I would like to attend any Chili Peppers concert in Texas area.
U.S. Marine Corps (Severely Wounded Veteran)
1997 - 2005
Wish Fulfilled By:
- George donated $50.00
- Rodney donated $50.00
- Rodney donated $25.00
- Charissa donated $175.00
- Alan donated $200.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I want to Thank everyone who had an influence on granting my Hero's Wish. The concert was great and there isnt enough words to right down, how much this concert meant to me. I also want to thank the Red Hot Chili Peppers and their staff for allowing me to hangout backstage with them. Veterans Tickets Foundation is truly the meaning of giving back to those who gave some, you all are doing a great job, and I will be forever grateful for everything you all did for me. Again Thank You. Semper Fi, USMC SGT. Jesse J. Longoria (Ret)
- Jesse
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