Past Hero's Wishes
My name is Sgt, Brian Martinez. I have twin 5-year-old daughters that have never been to Disney World. They will be six years old by the time I return and I will miss their birthday just like other birthdays I have missed. I would like to be able to take them to Disney World but my wife and I did not know if we will have the financial means to do so. I am currently deployed to Syria and it has been rough for them to understand, the cause we are fighting for and I know they do not yet understand the sacrifice our whole family has made.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- A Generous Person donated $10.00
- David donated $100.00
- Sharlet in Honor of All Servicemembers and Veterans donated $20.00
- Barbara donated $100.00
- Gabriela donated $50.00
- Alana donated $10.00
- Brent donated $100.00
- Tiffanie donated $101.00
- Michelle donated $50.00
- Chris donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- Anthony donated $3.00
- Scott donated $25.00
- Ralph donated $190.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- David in Honor of The Strong Family donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Jacqueline donated $10.00
- Jeffrey donated $30.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Douglas donated $42.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Patricia in Honor of Duane D. Hoekman - MSC US Navy (deceased donated $50.00
- Richard donated $129.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Hello, I want to thank all of the people that donated and the people working for Vet Tix for all of the help and assistance while I was deployed. My six year old girls had the time of their life and will never forget the trip, but the best part for me was getting to see how happy meeting the characters made them. Disney World was amazing and this really helped us make a trip that otherwise would not have been possible. Thank you again, The Martinez Family
- Brian
My name is Aaron Davis I am currently serving in the U.S Army! I joined the military in February of 2018 to make a better life for me and my family! Me and my wife have 2 beautiful girls ages 3 and 9 and they would be excited to go on a surprise trip to Disney World being they have never been before! We will be so appreciative to any donations to make this trip happen!! We hope to stay on Disney World to experience the Disney resorts and to eat breakfast with all the Disney characters! Thank you all so much! The wish me and my wife are hoping for is taking our two daughters and surprising them to go to Disney World and staying at the resort for 5 days so we can get the whole experience! This would really make our kids so happy and we would be so appreciative!
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Cyndy in Honor of John Hollender & Paul Stancliff Nam-67 donated $25.00
- Lisa in Honor of Anderson Family- U.S. Army Served donated $50.00
- Lisa donated $25.00
- Todd donated $25.00
- Todd donated $25.00
- Dawn donated $20.00
- Kimberly donated $25.00
- Victoria donated $25.00
- Thomas in Honor of You, Aaron Davis, thank u 4 your service donated $100.00
- Scott donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
Thank You Message from the Hero:
I would just like to thank everyone that donated for this wonderful lifetime experience! I was able to take my kids and family to Disney and we all had so much fun!! Thank you again for this wonderful experience!
- Aaron
Hello, my name is Nelson Martinez. I am a retired Marine, husband, and father of 4. I retired summer of 2018 after 22 years of service. Throughout my service, I had various combat tours and assignments, making it difficult to have a Disney World trip, much less plan it. While in the Marine Corps, I dedicated myself to accomplishing the mission first. I often put the Corps and mission first and my family second, and I could only do this through my wife, children, friends, and family's support. Both my wife and I sacrificed much to make our time in the Corps work. I deployed three times to Iraq between 2003 and 2009. I also deployed twice in support of Operation Enduring Freedom to Africa and Afghanistan in 2001-02 and again to Afghanistan in 2010. In between deployments, I was assigned to commands that trained Sailors or Marines for combat deployments or headquarters commands that planned combat deployments for various units. I also spent time at the Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Batallion in 2011. My time at Wounded Warrior Battalion was to take care of injuries I sustained in 2003 deployed to Iraq and a TBI I received in 2010 while deployed to Afghanistan. Between 2001 and 2010, I was heavily deployed and ignored many physical, mental, and emotional issues and injuries to accomplish the mission overseas. Like many veterans during that time, the mission to fight and train for combat came first. Because of that, many veterans, myself included, caused and faced issues not just for ourselves but for our families. Our families sacrificed greatly to help us accomplish our mission. Now that I have been retired for some time and our children are a little older, we can finally plan a trip to Disney World. We have never taken a "true" family vacation for the reasons described above, and we have always taken short weekend trips somewhere or made the best of our children's sports events requiring travel. This year, however, my spring break from college classes and our kids' spring break from elementary and high school line up, making it easy to plan a family trip. Our family is a total of 6. My wife and I have three boys, aged 22, 16, and 9, and our daughter, 14. I am asking for help to purchase 6 tickets for our family to Disney World for the week of March 6-11, 2023. I would greatly appreciate any help to make this dream possible for my family. This trip will be a blessing for our family's many sacrifices. I thank everyone ahead of time for helping me make this dream come true for them SEMPER FIDELIS!
U.S. Marine Corps (Severely Wounded Veteran)
1996 - 2018
Wish Fulfilled By:
- VICTOR donated $10.00
- Kalati donated $25.00
- Daniel donated $25.00
- Alec donated $10.00
- Sean donated $10.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Christopher donated $25.00
- A.C. donated $25.00
- Bryant donated $25.00
- Rita in Honor of Col Steve Rohlena donated $50.00
- Katie in Honor of Nicholas Mattingly donated $775.00
- Aniello donated $50.00
- Sharlet in Honor of All Servicemembers and Veterans donated $20.00
- Rebecca donated $10.00
- Angela in Honor of Active Duty Mothers donated $25.00
- Brett donated $25.00
- Saleisia donated $5.00
- Chuan J. donated $265.00
- A Generous Person donated $22.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Thomas in Honor of You,GySgt Martinez, thank u 4 ur service donated $100.00
- Cyndy in Honor of John Hollender-Paul Stancliff-Spouses donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $10.00
- Katy donated $20.00
- Jeff donated $478.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
This Hero has not yet filled out a thank you message.
My name is Charles Clontz, and I would love to be able to have a chance to take my 4 kids to Disney World for the week. My two year old son Jackson loves Mickey Mouse!!! We are currently stationed at Fort Hood Texas away from the coast and getting there is pretty expensive when you factor in driving, plane tickets, hotel and park tickets so being able to get this help from Veterans wish would be a great help to my family.I would like to be able to take my kids to Disney World for the holidays, at the start of the year or into the spring if at all possible. I would love to be able to do the 4 day park hopper tickets to enjoy time with my wife and children.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Jose donated $200.00
- Saleisia donated $20.00
- Enid donated $25.00
- Randy in Honor of Standing the Line for us all donated $200.00
- Douglas donated $100.00
- Crystal donated $20.00
- Gerald donated $50.00
- Julie donated $100.00
- Benjamin donated $50.00
- Mark donated $20.00
- Laura & Brian donated $100.00
- Peter donated $20.00
- Thomas in Honor of You, Charles, thank you 4 your service! donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- MAXIM donated $100.00
- Paulo donated $5.00
- Glenn donated $50.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity to spend much needed time with my family! I will be forever grateful for this experience!
- Charles
My husbands name is 2nd LT Randall Knauss. He would love to take his family to Disney World. After going to school for 2 years to green to gold my husband went to a 10 month school. He was home 6 weeks before he deployed to Korea. Once returning from Korea, he was home 6 months before he deployed to Europe after the war in Ukraine started. We would love to spend time together as a family relaxing after so much time apart.
U.S. Army (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Robert in Honor of Philip English donated $10.00
- Sharlet in Honor of All Servicemembers and Veterans donated $20.00
- Seth donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $190.00
- A Generous Person donated $190.00
- Charles donated $10.00
- Brandt donated $15.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- Wes donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- Allan donated $20.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you so much Vet Tix! Because of this extremely generous donation from so many amazing people, my family got to enjoy so much quality time. We were able to laugh, watch our kids believe in magic, and most importantly relax for the first time in a while. While many don't believe Disney is the place to relax, we believe the opposite. Its the perfect place to forget all the real life worries, and to allow ourselves to believe in magic again. Vet Tix and all the amazing people and donations played such a huge part in us enjoying this trip and we cannot say thank you enough!
- Randall and Family
Hello! I've been active duty Air Force for the last 9 and a half years and am currently on my fourth deployment. I'd love to be able to take my family on a vacation to Disneyland with 3-day park hopper tickets for three when I return home. I returned home from deployment #3 in February of 2021 and was asked to take deployment number #4 in March of 2022, leaving in April a week after returning home from my honeymoon. My family has been nothing but supportive and strong throughout these back to back tours and I'd love nothing more than to take them on an amazing vacation to spoil them and spend time with them.
U.S. Air Force (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Bryan donated $25.00
- Henry donated $25.00
- Matthew donated $25.00
- Terry donated $100.00
- Michael donated $20.00
- Leisa donated $20.00
- Melissa donated $25.00
- Steven in Honor of SPC Zachary Salmon K.I.A. 1/12/2011 donated $10.00
- Christopher in Honor of Kevin Bauer Pride donated $50.00
- Jim donated $50.00
- Edward donated $25.00
- Oscar in Honor of Jesus Christ donated $475.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
Thank You Message from the Hero:
Thank you so much to Vet Tix and all of the donors for making this wish possible! This was my sons first time in Disneyland and California Adventure and it was amazing to see him light up each day we were at the park! The vacation was a great way to spend time with my son and my dad after coming home from deployment and I'm extremely grateful that you guys made that possible for my family. Thank you so much Bryan, Henry, Matthew, Terry, Michael, Leisa, Melissa, Steven in Honor of Zachary Salmon, Christopher in Honor of Kevin Bauer Pride, Edward, Jim, Oscar in Honor of Jesus Christ, and Hero's for making this happen!
- Elizabeth
My name is TSgt. Steven Wilson. I retired from the USAF in 2014 after serving for 17 years, I was deployed to Iraq, on my 4th deployment (2011) I was injured in an IED blast. I received a Purple Heart due to my TBI, I also suffer from hearing loss, back and knee pain, PTSD, migraines and memory issues. I had brain surgery in 2013 and had to cut my military career short due to ongoing symptoms from the blasts. My wife and children have supported me through all of my ups and downs since my injury, it would be nice to spend quality time with my family at the Happiest Place on Earth. I would love to take my large family to Disneyland, my children have not experienced the fun and magic of Disneyland, I would love to share that with them. I would like to request 12 three day park hopper passes so we could all go together. My children are 17, 16, 15 & 15 (twins), 14, 12, 8, 4 and nearly 3 & 3 (twins).
U.S. Air Force (Severely Wounded Veteran)
1997 - 2014
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Marissa in Honor of Michael G. Mooney donated $300.00
- William in Honor of William Apel donated $50.00
- James in Honor of SSgt Larry Murphy, USAF donated $100.00
- Curtis donated $50.00
- Christina donated $10.00
- A Generous Person donated $100.00
- Mary in Honor of SrA James Hansen donated $25.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- James in Honor of Bob Smith donated $540.00
- A Generous Person donated $300.00
- A Generous Person donated $25.00
- Franco donated $75.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
This Hero has not yet filled out a thank you message.
I'm LCDR Kim Hendricks, a Navy Nurse Corps Officer. The University of Utah Utes will be going to the Rose Bowl on January 2, 2023 - having just won the Pac-12 championship. I went to the University of Utah for my undergraduate degree and Utah Football had been a part of my family's lives ever since. I met my husband at the U and we spent many date nights at football games. Once I joined the Navy, we had to settle for games on TV except for the occasional game, this time with our kids, most recently a game last year when they happened to play San Diego State, where we are currently stationed. We will be relocating to the East Coast this summer and the Rose bowl will likely be the last game we can attend while the kids are still young. We would be incredibly blessed for our family of 5 to able to attend the Rose Bowl this year!! I came back from deployment 2 months ago and this would be an amazing family experience. I am requesting 5 tickets so that I can attend with my husband and 3 kids, ages 12, 8, and 4.
U.S. Navy (Currently Serving)
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Henry donated $25.00
- Marcie donated $50.00
- Ulric in Honor of Larry Conception donated $100.00
- Brian donated $220.00
- Raul donated $100.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
To our generous donors - Henry, Marcie, Ulric in honor of Larry Conception, Brian, and Raul: Thank you so much for sending us to the Rose Bowl - the Granddaddy of Them All!! This was an incredible experience to cheer on our team the Utah Utes. My husband and I have been Utah football fans since we attended "the U" as undergrads. We spent many date nights attending home games. Utah Football remains a big part of our lives with our kids as we catch games on TV and attend the occasional game, though being stationed away from home makes that difficult. The Rose Bowl was likely one of the last games we will be able to go to due to our next set of orders and we are so grateful to be able to have those memories with our kids while they are still young. They had a blast, even in the rain! The parking was seamless and somehow there was no traffic in LA. The VIP tailgate passes gave us an opportunity to kick back, enjoy some good food and drinks while playing games with the kids and chatting it up with fellow fans. The seats at the game took our breath away - we had a perfect view of the field from around the 40 yard line, and of course in Utah territory where it was just like home. Having recently returned from deployment, family events become so much more important and meaningful. Reintegration can be challenging and experiences like these really bring our family together. Thank you again for your incredible donation for this once in a lifetime opportunity! We are forever grateful!!!
- Kimberley
On September 11, 2001, my husband's Commander Patrick Dunn, USN, was killed while sitting at his desk in the D Ring of the Pentagon. I was left just shy of three months pregnant with our first child. Our daughter was born in 2002. I raised her, to love and respect not only the father she never met but this country and everything it's good for and everything it stands for. And most importantly, her father died for the freedom of the American people. After I remarried, my husband, Paul adopted her 10 days before he left for Iraq. She often jokes with us she has one of the longest names, Alexandria, Patricia Dunn DeSimone, and she can't fit it on the small line on her military ID. We often smile, but deep down, we admire the story her name tells. It was our daughter's choice to grow up peacefully, behind the craziness of everybody knowing our story. She just wanted to be a normal child and blend in with the rest of the kids, her age. Now that TCU has made it to the championship playoffs, our daughter is beyond excited. The cost of tickets is completely out of control, and sadly something that we cannot afford. In November 2020, I suffered an Aortic Dissection. I tore my aorta from my carotid artery to my iliac. I am one of the 3% of Americans that survive this type of event. But since then, I have been in the hospital and have not been able to travel to TCU to attend the mother's weekends and football games like I would like to. I have not been able to work. It would be our one-lifetime wish to be able to attend this game with Allie and our family. We do appreciate all you do for military families, especially the Gold Star Families.
U.S. Navy (Family of KIA)
2001
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Sharlet in Honor of All Servicemembers and Veterans donated $20.00
- Kopelani donated $100.00
- Todd in Honor of Army Personnel and Stay Home Parents donated $100.00
- A Generous Person donated $5.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- A Generous Person donated $190.00
- Anthony donated $25.00
- James donated $10.00
- George in Honor of Karen Garrison Brummett donated $40.00
- Xiomara donated $100.00
- Sonia donated $30.00
- Joseph donated $20.00
- Julieta donated $20.00
- Brianna in Honor of R.E. Von muegge donated $10.00
- Scott donated $100.00
- Xavier donated $200.00
- A Generous Person donated $20.00
- Fabrice donated $50.00
- Angela donated $20.00
- Thomas in Honor of You,SFC Cunningham, thankU 4 ur service! donated $100.00
- Nikki donated $20.00
- Wendy in Honor of Rodney Loffelmacher donated $50.00
- RoseMarie donated $650.00
- Matthew in Honor of LT Florence Choe, USN donated $50.00
- Dana donated $25.00
- Genevieve in Honor of 1st Lt. Benote H Wimp donated $25.00
- Ricky donated $25.00
- Tara in Honor of USS COLE 17 donated $75.00
- A Generous Person donated $5.00
- Jeremy donated $150.00
- Joshua donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $50.00
- A Generous Person donated $145.00
Thank You Message from the Hero:
We can't thank you enough for helping us go to the Fiesta Bowl. It's was a dream come true. The seats were perfect and the TCU Horned Frogs won!!! Next week the Horned Frogs will be in The National Championships in Los Angeles and we can't wait! We will be watching from home since the tix prices are absurd. Again, thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your generosity and kindness. We will never forget this trip. Gratefully, Stephanie
- Stephanie
My name is Cpl Rick Colts, USMC 2007-2012. I am a 100% Disabled Veteran and received a Purple Heart in 2011 while on deployment in Afghanistan from injuries sustained in a IED blast while on patrol as a MWD handler. (KIA Torry L404 - Guardian of the Night) I would love to be able to take my wife and 2 kids to Disney World, that is why I am asking for 4 - 4day park hopper plus tickets. My wife and I have been married for 13yrs and have a 9yr old son and adopted my 15yr old brother back in 2020 from foster care. We moved to FL from CO in 2021 and since getting here our kids are constantly asking when we are going to take them to Disney World, but even living so close the cost of tickets is astronomical. With the help and support from Vet Tix and their donors/sponsors we could finally take our family on a much needed fun vacation so we can bond and continue to grow as a family with the magical wonder that Walt Disney World has to offer.
U.S. Marine Corps (Severely Wounded Veteran)
2007 - 2012
Wish Fulfilled By:
- Ralph donated $200.00
- Henry donated $100.00
- Gary donated $100.00
- Bryan donated $50.00
- Wayne donated $30.00
- TERRANCE donated $20.00
- Rebekah donated $25.00
- Chad donated $875.00
- Remainder of Wish fulfilled by the Veteran Tickets Foundation General Hero's Wish Fund.
Thank You Message from the Hero:
We can not say Thank You enough to everyone who donated and made our family bonding Disney Trip a reality! It was an amazing trip filled with love, laughter, and excitement! Our trip was extra special since we got to go the week before Christmas and enjoy all the Christmas decorations and lights, it is something none of us will ever forget! To Vet Tix, thank you so much for the Hero's Wish Program, the speed of getting our wish fulfilled and the joy you have provided for our family! Thank you all again so much, your donations in fulfilling our wish means the world to us! -The Colts Family
- Rick
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